Boating is one of the most popular activities in Australia. Motor fishing and family boat owners from all corners of the country are blessed with an abundance of coastlines, lakes, rivers, and fishing ponds ripe for exploration and watersports. The lush and lively waterbodies of the country beckon to passionate boaters who love nothing more than to launch out from their boat trailer and cruise through the waters.

Motorboat owners can enjoy many activities when they’re on their boats. One of the popular activities people can do in the water is fishing. It’s a classic activity that can be both relaxing and competitive depending on one’s preference. Casual fishers simply love to cast out their line and relax on their boat while they wait for a bite. On the other hand, competitive fishers take their Quintrex boats offshore where they compete for the best catch. Extreme anglers can even bring their gigantic rods onboard and fish for mammoth-sized game fish.

Dynamic and thrill-seekers can also find adventures on the water with their fishing boats here in Australia. They can go for exciting watersports such as paragliding, wakeboarding, and skiing. These activities are sure to satisfy their daredevil urges and can be great ways to chase away the stresses of their daily lives.

While boating can be a relaxing and exciting activity, some factors can ruin your fun. For instance, insects on your boat can be a bummer. These creepy crawlies can make children uneasy, and adults uncomfortable. Many bugs and rodents are obviously not native to the sea and may have entered your boat as a stowaway. If you see bugs in your boat and you’re having a hard time getting rid of all of them, you should probably get an exterminator as these could be signs of an infestation.

There are many ways to defeat pests living in the crevices of your boat, but the best way to solve any infestation problem is through prevention. Fortunately, keeping pests out of your boat is a lot easier than throwing them out.

Here are some easy ways to keep pests out of your fishing boat and prevent an infestation:

Clean, Drain, and Dry

This is one of the most important procedures that boaters learn in their amateur days. Cleaning, draining, and drying your boat is crucial before and after every boating session because it keeps out invasive species such as algae, barnacles, and fish. It also prevents your boat from becoming a breeding ground for insects who love to inhabit the dark, moist crevices in your boat.

Empty the Garbage

It’s important to do this regularly, as insects can seek food and habitat inside your bins. Once they find a spot to live, they’ll start to multiply and eventually extend their living spaces toward the crevices of your boat. You don’t want to see any creepy crawlies skittering around your boat, especially if you’ve disregarded throwing out your trash onboard.

Be Careful of Crumbs

The slightest presence of food in your ship can beckon insects and pests into your boat. Make sure to clean out any bits of food, wrappers, or beverage bottles from your boat as soon as you approach the shore. Make sure that your deck is always clean and try not to bring food that makes a lot of mess.