Washburn's Boat Yard

05/15/2026

A lesson in conductivity:
The American Boat & Yacht Council - ABYC certified electricians at Washburn's Boat Yard were investigating a thermal event that took place on a customers boat. This fuse holder and wiring were servicing the inverter on a 2023 vessel. Believe it or not, the fuse did not blow!

Upon close inspection, we discovered the boat builder installed stainless steel washers between the fuse and the fuse block. Stainless is a poor conductor and when coupled with the high amp draw of the inverter, the heat build up from this high resistance connection was enough to do all this damage without ever drawing more amps than the fuse and other components were rated for.

Just a reminder to make sure your wiring connections are clean and tight, and to insure washers, if used, are only installed above the components and never in the circuit itself!

05/12/2026

Without the strength of and sacrifices made by military members and their families, we would not enjoy the freedoms, much less the freedom on the water, that we do today.

To honor those who have served, Mercury Marine is proud to announce all active US and International (allies of the US) service members, former service members who were honorably discharged, retired service members and immediate family members of service member killed in military conflict can save up to $3,250 instantly on select outboards.

Discount available to qualified military personnel when repowering your current boat with a 30–425HP Mercury outboard from now until July 31, 2026. Speak with our Southern Maryland repower team at Washburn's Boat Yard for more details. 410-326-6701

05/06/2026

Repower your Boat with Washburn's Boat Yard this spring and catch some extra deals courtesy of Mercury Marine. Message our repower team for more details.

02/12/2026

Northern Lights, Inc. sure is generating a lot of work in our shop this winter. 4 complete units and 2 new mechanical ends on the floor for service.

02/03/2026

Washburn's new equipment operator. She promised to do a dog-gone good job.

12/02/2025

Let our parts department keep you moving forward!

11/11/2025

20 mph winds, 31° wind chill, Still a good day to repower with Mercury Marine

04/13/2025

In stock at Washburn's. Spring maintenance made easy!

Mercury Precision Parts

10/14/2024

Just announced from Mercury Marine, the Power Up Promotion! Purchase a new Mercury Avator 7.5e electric outboard from Washburn's Boat Yard before December 31st and Mercury will send you a second battery for free!

Not sure if electric power is right for you? Swing by the yard and take a ride in our demo boat. Speak with our outboard experts today and learn more about the Avator line.

10/14/2024

Mercury Marine Power Up promotion! Purchase a new Mercury Avator 7.5e electric outboard from Washburn's Boat Yard before December 31st and receive a second battery FREE!

Not sure if this is right for you? Come take a ride on our demo boat and experience it for yourself. Speak with our outboard experts today to learn more.