On The Pontoon

As you know, we are Ohio’s largest pontoon dealer. Why, because pontoon’s are awesome of course. So I figured, let’s take some time to talk all about pontoons. Starting with what is a pontoon. I’m sure that most of you have an understanding but just so everyone is on the same page, a pontoon is a flotation device with buoyancy sufficient to float its self as well as all your party goers. It is a flattish boat that relies on its pontoons to keep it afloat.



Pontoons first dropped on the scene in 1954 by a farmer who needed a more stable platform on the lake that he worked along. He strung a couple of barrels together and placed a platform of a piece of wood on top, attached an engine to the back, and there you have it the first pontoon boat.



From there, not much has changed. When you look at the modern pontoons out on Atwood Lake, you notice that the foundation is pretty much exactly what was described in the 1954 version; it has just become a little more put together. Pontoons have grown up from that original foundation to include sides and even a dashboard console.



Depending on the pontoon that you have depends on the features that you will get. Some of the cooler features that I have seen on pontoons are double deck pontoons and some even with a slide coming off the second deck that throws you right into the water. You can get grills and speaker systems put on your pontoon to really make it a boat you want to spend a majority of your time on. This weekend, let’s go and celebrate pontoons by heading out on Atwood Lake. Let’s go pontooning.

Fun For Your Summer

Here at Atwood Lake Boats we like to keep busy. This time of year is by far our busiest. Not only is it busy for us in the office with our day to day of selling boats, servicing your boats. We also like to keep you busy. Our blog this week we are going to take the time to go over what all we have going on for you for the rest of the summer. 

July 20-Float In Movie: Watch a movie under the stars from the comfort of your own boat & enjoy food prepared by The Dock Waterfront Grill. The movie will be held at Atwood Lake Boats-Marina East.

July 27-Pirate Scavenger Hunt: Follow clues and race other boaters/ pirates around the lake in search of treasure and glory. Return to shore and enjoy live entertainment and a caribbean buffet. The hunt begins at Atwood Lake Boats-Marina West.

August 3- Party at the Islands: Enjoy live entertainment on the water at the Annual Party @ the Islands. Party will be held at Boater's Beach Islands on Atwood Lake.

August 17-Float in Movie & Fish Fry: Enjoy fresh fish at the Fish Fry and then watch a movie under the stars from the comfort of your own boat.. The movie will be held at Atwood Lake Boats-Marina East.

August 24-Crab Boil: A good time will be had by all at the Lighthouse Bistro.

August 31-September 1 Labor Day Boat Show: The last boat show of the year offers a look at next years models as well as end of season deals on dealer demos. Also browse through the popular nautical flee market.

September 1-Car Show: Come over, bring your car and enjoy your time at Atwood Lake Boats-Marina West.

September 28- Clambake: Come and enjoy some good food at the Lighthouse Bistro.

As you can see, we are trying to keep you as busy and involved with us here. Remember that any of these could change or we can have new ones added so make sure to keep checking our event page. Also, if you need any more information about any of these events, please come in or call (330)-735-2323.