Coast Guard needs to be funded like a military service
Source: Coast Guard chief: ‘We need to be funded like a military service’ – FederalNewsRadio.com
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There’s an app
We spend a lot of time reminding folks about boating safety, so we’d be remiss if we didn’t mention the fact that there are loads of mobile apps to help you with everything from route plans to weather, and all things boating in between. All to make your life easier and safer. Happy boating.
Propellor
Another day finds another 12-year old killed by being struck by a propellor, this time in New York. Another tragic accident, all the more reason for us to remind folks to take extra care out there, pay attention and be safe.
Pay Attention
Recently a 12 year old girl was run over and killed by a boat operated by her father while leaning to waterski. It seems she had fallen at nearly the same time he had gotten distracted, turning the situation into a tragedy. The take away from all of this is to pay attention, especially when … Read more
Coast Guard rescues 4 during Lake Michigan boat race
The U.S. Coast Guard says it rescued four people from a capsized boat on Lake Michigan during the annual Chicago Yacht Club Race. Source: Coast Guard rescues 4 during Lake Michigan boat race – StarTribune.com
Coast Guard performs two rescues
Source: Coast Guard performs two rescues – The Martha’s Vineyard Times
Coast Guard Works To Weed Out Hoax Distress Calls
Every year, the Coast Guard wastes valuable resources and crew on as many as 150 fraud calls. Scott Simon talks with the Coast Guard’s Branch Chief Al Arsenault about using voice forensics for help. Source: Coast Guard Works To Weed Out Hoax Distress Calls : NPR
U.S. Coast Guard repatriates 102 Haitian migrants
U.S. Coast Guard repatriates 102 Haitians back to Haiti after interdicting them in Bahamian waters. Source: U.S. Coast Guard repatriates 102 Haitian migrants | Miami Herald
Pushing Forward
What do you do when you run into a few more software issues than you were expecting? You step back, regroup, refocus, and reevaluated. Try to look at the issue with fresh eyes so that you can move forward. That’s where we are with our marina management software upgrade. Push forward.
Take a break
The summer is rushing past, funny how that happens. Take a break from busy and enjoy the moment.
Use Them
Safety devices and equipment are only useful when deployed or when we know how to use them, so take the time to do just that,