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Safety Check
With winter quickly approaching we’d thought a quick reminder to folks to check their safety equipment and radios was in order. Stay safe folks.
Boating tip: Tips for boaters viewing parades
Boating tip: Tips for boaters viewing parades » TCPalm.com.
Here are some very good safety tips for folks either participating in, or just watching a boat parade this holiday season.
Boating: Having safety equipment on the water is essential
Boating: Having safety equipment on the water is essential | The News-Press | news-press.com.
Here’s a nice article on boating safety equipment. Well worth taking a few minutes to read.
Clear Thinking
These days we put a lot of faith in science and technology, but in the end they’re no replacement for common sense, skill, and experience. If your going to be on the water, or just take up boating as a pasttime, it’s important that you undertand your vessel, safety procedures, and the hazards that nature can throw your way. Technology may help you get out of trouble, but clear thinking is essental. This will help you more than you know, and will maximize the fun that can be had in the nautical world.
Be Safe
From time to time we like to remind folks to be safe while out on the water. This is one of those times, so check your gear, review your emergency procedures, and wear a life vest.
Can your boating program use a boost?
From the Boathouse: Can your boating program use a boost? – Daily Pilot.
Here’s an opportunity to get some money to implement some boating safety ideas.
Coast Guard Releases Mayday Call In Possible Hoax
Coast Guard Releases Mayday Call In Possible Hoax.
These things aren’t funny and could get someone killed. Let’s hope they catch the prankster.
Another migrant ship capsizes off Italy
Another migrant ship capsizes off Italy; 27 dead – Worcester Telegram & Gazette – telegram.com.
A tragic situation, growing more dangerous.