Pontoon Boat Activities
Pontoon boats are extremely versatile, affordable and easy to operate. This has made them much sought-after by families, watersports enthusiasts and fishers alike. With wide, roomy decks and plenty of comfortable seating, pontoon boats are perfect for parties, gatherings and general entertainment.
Kelly's Port, located in Osage Beach, MO, is your Show-Me State pontoon boat dealer. Here are just a few of the many ways you can enjoy your pontoon boat this summer, whether you’re boating with friends or family.
Picnic on the Water
This is a simple idea, but it’s a good one! Instead of going to the park, why not spread out the picnic blanket on your pontoon’s deck and have a picnic lunch on the lake? Pack a basket with sandwiches, string cheese, chips, juice boxes, sliced fruit and cookies and enjoy the sunshine. You can all have a nice swim afterwards!
Movie Night
Got a projector? Or even just a laptop? Gather up some supplies for a movie night on your pontoon boat. Pillows, blankets and stuffed toys will create a cozy atmosphere. Add some popcorn, sodas and boxes of candy to recreate the movie theatre experience. You can all huddle around the laptop or you can put up a white sheet, get a projector and screen a movie for several people.
Go Fishing
Love to fish? Get your fishing friends together and head out in your pontoon on a relaxing fishing trip. Your pontoon has plenty of storage space for everyone’s gear and you can cast your line from almost anywhere on the boat. Padded seats ensure your comfort while you’re waiting for the fish to bite. You can keep a cooler full of snacks and drinks for everyone to enjoy, too.
Play Board Games
If you’ve got a competitive streak, then why not host a board game tournament on your pontoon boat? The stability of a pontoon lends itself well to activities that might not work so well on a V-hull boat that pitches around in the water. You can use foldable card tables or dinner trays to set up the games. Winners can play each other and try for a first prize, or you can all just enjoy spending time together. Choose games with fewer pieces and less setup to minimize clean-up.
Host Gatherings
Whether you’re a member of a book club, a church group, a knitting circle or a bird-watching club, you can make the next meeting much more interesting for all the members when you host it onboard your boat. Keep the pontoon docked at the shore while you sit and chat about last week’s thrilling chapter or compare notes on your ongoing projects.
Throw a Party
Pontoon boats are also perfect for parties! Whether it’s a graduation party, a birthday party, an anniversary party or a simple dinner party, you’ll have plenty of room for all your guests. Prepare hors d’oeuvres in advance or ask everyone to bring a dish for a potluck meal. You can decorate with streamers, balloons and colorful paper plates and napkins. Use a Bluetooth® speaker to play some dance music or themed music for your party.
We hope this list has given you some good ideas. There’s no limit to what you can do with your pontoon boat if you use your imagination! Ready to check out some pontoons? Browse our selection of new and used pontoon boats on our website and get in touch with us about seeing them in person at our Osage Beach, MO, location. Kelly’s Port proudly serves Lake of the Ozarks as well as the greater St. Louis, MO, metro area.