Dock talk offers an incredible opportunity for boaters to connect, exchange captivating stories, seek valuable advice for upcoming journeys, and even uncover those coveted "secret" recipes, such as the perfect margarita. At Waterway Guide, our mission is to provide a vibrant boating community of hundreds of thousands of fellow cruisers with access to firsthand experiences from boaters who have explored marinas all along America's waterways. By sharing your insights, you can help future boaters make well-informed decisions for their travels.

Here's a simplified guide on how you can effortlessly contribute your reviews:

Using the Waterway Guide Search Function:

Go to waterwayguide.com.

Type the name of the marina or service center you wish to review in the main search bar on the homepage. The auto-suggestion feature will guide you to the correct marina.

You'll be redirected to Waterway Guide Explorer, where the map will center on the business location, accompanied by an information box.

Inside the information box, click on the reviews link (screenshot provided).

This will take you to the reviews page for that specific business, where you can find past reviews from other boaters and a submission form for your own review.

If you're not logged in, you'll be prompted to log in before proceeding.

Once logged in, you can complete your review by providing a rating and any comments you believe will be helpful for fellow boaters researching the business for their travels.

Using Waterway Guide Explorer with your current location:

If you're currently at the marina or service center, simply open Waterway Guide Explorer, and it will automatically center the map on your current location.

From there, locate the business in the left-hand sidebar.

Next to the marina or service center's name, click the "Write A Review" button.

You'll be redirected to the reviews page for that specific business, where you can access previous reviews from other boaters and find a form to submit your own review.

If you're not logged in, you'll be prompted to log in before proceeding.

Once logged in, you can complete your review by providing a rating and any comments you believe will benefit future boaters in their research.

It is the mark of a true boater to assist fellow skippers. So, as you embark on your boating adventures, remember to visit Waterway Guide, leave reviews for the marinas you visit, and contribute to the collective wisdom that guides others in making the best decisions for their own travels.