Smarter by Spring
U.S. Coast Guard Boating Safety Division While winter white may not put you in the mood for watersports, winter is a great time to prepare Continue reading
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Boating Safety for Hunters
U.S. Coast Guard Division of Boating Safety Going after waterfowl can take hunters into some of the toughest environments, including ice, snow and water temperatures Continue reading
Kayaks Are Boats, Too!
U.S. Coast Guard Division of Boating Safety Kayaks, along with other paddleboats, are great fun and rapidly increasing in popularity. Because kayaks don’t always require Continue reading
Improve Your Chances of Rescue at Sea
U.S. Coast Guard Division of Boating Safety As with any emergency, prevention, preparation and presence of mind are the keys to surviving. While boating accidents Continue reading
Ready for Spring?
U.S. Coast Guard, Boating Safety Division The first launch of the year never seems to come soon enough, but if you plan ahead, you can Continue reading
Safe Personal Watercraft Operations
United States Coast Guard Division of Boating Safety PWCs are generally described as boats less than 13 feet in length, powered by jet pumps, where Continue reading
Stability Vs. Capacity
Joseph Carro, U.S. Coast Guard Boating Safety Do you know the difference between stability and capacity when it comes to your boat? You should. It Continue reading
When Prevention Isn’t Enough
Mike Baron, United States Coast Guard Division of Boating Safety Preventive maintenance is essential, but it’s not a guarantee against engine problems. Preparation, planning and Continue reading
Weather Watch
Wayne Stacey, U.S. Coast Guard Division of Boating Safety Despite the best technology and advances in forecasting, weather remains extremely local and changeable. The keys Continue reading
Alcohol and Water Don’t Mix
Mike Baron, United States Coast Guard Division of Boating Safety Good company, fair weather and a few rounds. Some boaters feel that a drink enhances Continue reading