Village Marina

Boating at the Lake of the Ozarks is always an excellent way to enjoy your time at the Lake! On big holiday weekends, you can expect many people to be enjoying the Lake than other weekends. When the Lake is busy, it's important to use extra precautions and stay safe. Here are a few tips to remember while you're out having fun this weekend. 1. Watch the Weather Check the forecast before you set out. If you do get caught in bad weather, navigate to shore as quickly as possible. 2. Let Someone Know Make sure that someone who is already planning on staying ashore knows what your plans are. They should know who is on the boat, where you're going, and how long you'll be gone. 3. Make a Checklist Follow a checklist for departure. It will help to make sure nothing is overlooked or forgotten. 4. Watch Children No matter what their swimming abilities, always keep a close eye on children in the water or on the boat. Also, keep enough life jackets on board so everyone ...

Looking for a fun event this weekend to get the boat out for? This weekend is the BIG Shootout weekend, and we couldn't be more excited to share all of the details with you. At Village Marina, we love to keep you updated on local lake happenings as well as give you a good excuse to get the boat out and enjoy a day on the water (as if you really needed one!). Keep in mind that if you DO go out this weekend, the no wake zones have been extended, so do you research and be sure to be respectful on the water. Here are a few other fun things you'll need to know about before having a great weekend at the Lake of the Ozarks ! Photo Credit: Shootout About The Shootout This is the largest unsanctioned boat race in the US and named one of the nation's eight "must-see" boating events according to the Powerboat Magazine. This year, the Shootout will take place for the NINTH year at Captain Ron's Bar & Grill in Sunrise Beach. The event is well loved and helps r...

Do you want to surf the Lake in an eye-catching new boat at the Lake of the Ozarks ? If you desire beauty and high-quality functionality in your boat then you'll love this BRAND NEW 2018 Cobalt R5 Surf boat. This model is a snazzy new boat to the Cobalt line, and with ample space for relaxing but the power to ski and surf across the water - we think you'll want to add this to your fleet in no time. Here are a few aspects of the boat that you'll LOVE. Perfect for FUN This boat has all of the FUN details that you have come to expect in a Lake of the Ozark Cobalt boat . The patented flip down swim platform is a signature Cobalt feature that you will only find on our quality boats at the Lake of the Ozarks. There is a HUGE sun bathing area as well as activity areas on the boat with plenty of space to spread out with your crew. The built in cooler on the star board side means that you have plenty of storage for food and drinks aboard the boat, and the bow is massive, seat...

August is fishing month, and if you thought that this month wasn't a great time to catch anything - think again! While we may be finishing off the hot summer months, there are still plenty of fish out there, and going into fall, you'll want to start planning your fishing trips. As a way of celebrating this hobby that many enjoy, we're going to talk about many of the types of fish you can catch in the area, and how to plan your ideal fishing trip. August Fishing at the Lake of the Ozarks Sometimes it can be challenging to fish in the summer with the heavy boat traffic and hot temperatures, but if you keep these conditions in mind, you may actually be able to plan a really awesome fishing trip. In fact, this month is a great month to try different fishing techniques like deep worm and night bite You can still catch some fish in brush piles during the day with a jig, or even deep diving crank bait. Fishing this month can be dependent on the weather conditions, but wit...

Sometimes, you need to move your boat. Whether you're bringing it on vacation, and need to take it from our marina at the Lake of the Ozarks to another lake or body of water or you're moving across the country and need to find a transport service at the Lake of the Ozarks who can get it safely from point A to point B. When looking for the best boat transport service, there are a few things you need to keep in mind and a few things you should look for to make sure you get the best experience. Make Sure They Can Haul Your Vessel Different transport services offer different weights, but it's important to make sure that you find a company who can haul YOUR boat. At Village Marina , we have the ability to move your boat anywhere in the United States, and we specialize in vessels under 17,000 pounds. Does your boat weigh more than 17,000 pounds? We can still assist you with this, though we will coordinate with other boat haulers to make sure that your investment is safe...