Boat Safety & Maintenance
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Winter Boat Preparation for Storage
Boaters and governmental agencies shut down their boating operations every year for the winter. Proper preparation after haul out will make spring commissioning easier. more...
Fall and Winter Dangers of Carbon Monoxide
Cold weather is linked to increased exposure to poisonous carbon monoxide gas in boaters. There are a number of safety precautions that can be taken. more...
Coast Guard Search and Rescue Resources
The U.S. Coast Guard employs a number of systems and technologies to bolster its ability to perform search and rescue missions. These tools make the water safer for all. more...
The Value of Wearing a Lifejacket in Cold Waters
Cold water injury researchers and the U.S. Coast Guard have long known the value of lifejacket use. New York has started requiring the use of lifejackets in the winter. more...
Lessons Learned in Texas Boating Survival Story
The recent survival story of boaters stranded in the Gulf of Mexico highlights lessons learned in how to make it easier for rescuers to find a vessel in distress. more...
Recreational Boating Fatalities Increase
An increase in recreational boating fatalities and a decrease in the number of registered boats was seen by the Coast Guard in 2008. more...
The Dangers of Alaskan King Crab Fishing
Alaska King Crab and commercial fishing in general is a risky occupation. Successful fishing crews can teach recreational boaters much about safe boating practices. more...
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By: Sheila Gaquin
Prepare a boat's fuel system, engine, marine batteries, toilet, water system, and exterior for winter. Simple steps in the fall can save time and money later. more...
By: Michelle Corbin
Even an experienced boater can benefit from a boating safety overview. Make safety a priority and be on your way to a happy memory-filled vacation. more...
Boats and Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
By: Kenneth Rosen
Even while enjoying a summertime ride out on the water in a boat, precautions need to be taken to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. more...
By: Fran Prisco
Pest birds cause more than just a visual mess on boats. Their poop can discolor paint, stain canvas and erode steel. Keeping boats free of pest birds is important. more...
The Landing Loop, a Product Review
By: Sheila Gaquin
The Landing Loop is a new and unique product for safely and easily docking a boat, even when single-handing. more...
How to Restore a Boat's Brass Fittings
By: Sheila Gaquin
Brass adds beauty to a boat, but over time it can be come splotched with unremovable tarnish. Learn how to clean and restore brass to its original shine. more...
Self Righting Lifeboats Make Crews Safer
Capsizing is just one problem solved by the Tamar Self-righting lifeboat, built by the Royal National Lifeboat Institution, Britain's publicly funded Lifeboat Service more...
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