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Hardwood Placard: A Timeless Choice for Marine Signage

mdcstaff 01/23/26

A Hardwood Placard is a traditional and dependable marine sign which is both attractive and functional. A Hardwood Placard is often selected by boat owners for the traditional look, while still satisfying the signage and compliance requirements Hardwood, in contrast to contemporary plastics or metals, imbues classic and custom vessels with warmth and craftsmanship and…

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Glass Drinkware: Timeless Style for Everyday and Marine Use

mdcstaff 01/22/26

Glass Drinkware is synonymous with elegance, clarity, and excellence over the years. Due to the enhanced drinking experience it provides, along with an elegant display, many opt for glass drinkware for everyday as well as special occasions. No matter where you use them at home, on a ship, or at a party, glass drinkware makes…

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Fish Underwater Shot Glass: A Unique Blend of Marine Style and Fun

mdcstaff 01/20/26

The Fish Underwater Shot Glass is a creative piece of glass drinkware. It is designed with marine life in a simple manner but striking nonetheless. The Fish Underwater Shot Glass is a fun nautical accessory that has a functional use. For boaters, fishermen, and ocean lovers, drinking vessels often reflect lifestyle and person. This shot…

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Wine Glasses: The Perfect Gift for Holiday Boat Parties

Vessel Placards Team 12/18/25

As the holiday season approaches, boat owners and enthusiasts are gearing up for festive gatherings and celebrations on the water. Whether it’s a cozy gathering with friends or a lively holiday party. You can add a touch of nautical charm to your festivities. And create a truly memorable experience. Fish wine glasses are a unique…

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What is a CF Number? Discover the Essentials

Vessel Placards Team 12/09/25

As the holiday season approaches, many of us are prepping our boats for festive outings and winter celebrations on the water. Here at Vessel Placards, we aim to equip you with everything you need. And that includes the right placards to meet Coast Guard requirements. One common query we encounter is, “What is a CF…

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Do You Have to Name Your Boat?- Nautical Traditions

Vessel Placards Team 12/01/25

The holiday season is a time for gift-giving and celebrating with loved ones. For boating enthusiasts, a boat can be a dream gift, symbolizing freedom, adventure, and a connection to the sea. But when it comes to boat ownership, a common question arises: Do you have to name your boat? At Vessel Placards, we understand…

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Mugs for the Mariner: The Perfect Companion for Life at Sea

mdcstaff 11/21/25

There is nothing quite like sitting on deck, drink in hand and gaze out over the ocean. In the morning peace or at night moored under the stars, the right drinkware makes all the difference. The mugs themselves are also designed to be utilitarian in nature, and to have a nautical theme. Mugs for the…

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Rules for Naming Boats: The Facts & Ways We Can Support

Vessel Placards 11/19/25

Are you struggling to come up with a name for your boat? Or, do you have a few ideas and just can’t narrow them down? When you do come up with a name for your boat, we offer the kinds of placards that make staying in compliance with marking requirements easy. If you’re new to…

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Hardwood Placard: Elegance for Canadian Vessel Compliance

mdcstaff 11/14/25

Every Canadian vessel is required to fly a plaque representing the vessel’s legal registration and identity. Other methods exist, but no material lasts longer or is more appropriate than the customary Hardwood Placard, the most durable, advanced, and established choice in plaque materials. The wooden plaques are not just for compliance purposes but also a…

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Don’t Forget the Proper Vessel Placards for Your Boat

Vessel Placards 11/12/25

It is getting to be that time of year again where people all over have thoughts about warmer weather and what they are going to do during the summer months. You look forward with great anticipation of getting your boat out into the water and enjoying all that the experience has to offer with your…

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