High fuel prices have DC-area boaters rethinking summer trips

High fuel prices at DC-area marinas are prompting boaters to reduce speed, shorten trips, or avoid boating altogether. Fuel costs at marinas in Maryland, Virginia, and D.C. exceed $6 per gallon, driven by higher insurance, maintenance, and compressed profit seasons. Boaters report adjusting behavior to conserve fuel, such as reducing travel distance or opting for alternative travel methods.