Category: Safety

Anything to do with water and boat safety.

Shorter Days

The days are getting shorter which means more chance being on the water in the dark. Make sure your electronic equipment is in working order... Read More

A little cleaning

Just a quick reminder that it’s always a good thing to give your vessel the once or twice over, make sure she’s in tip top... Read More

Death Toll Zero

So, Hurrican Patricia hit Mexico with full force and yet there wasn’t a single casualty. That says a lot about taking these things seriously and... Read More

Rough Seas

The weather is changing and the seas are getting rougher, so it’s important that you take the proper precautions. Be safe out there folks. Read More

Virtual Trainer

Try this Interactive virtual boating trainer and test your skills. A little fun tech that’s useful too. Read More

Coast Guard begins replacement of Great Lakes buoys

The U.S. Coast Guard has begun its annual mission to remove buoys and beacons from the Great Lakes and the St. Lawrence Seaway before winter.... Read More

Heat

California has been in a three month long heat wave. It’s starting to take its toll of folks, so we thought we’d remind you to... Read More

Wear It

Wear It is a campaign to promote safe boating and the use of life vests. We support the work they do and hope that you... Read More

Quick Check

We know it still doesn’t feel like, but it’s now Autumn, which means changing weather and bigger challenges out on the water. Take some time... Read More

Coast Guard enforces regulated navigation at Oregon Inlet

The Coast Guard said beginning Thursday, it will enforce a regulated navigation area for the navigable waters surrounding the Bonner Bridge in the Oregon Inlet.... Read More

Harbor Launches Outreach Program

Harbor officials urge paddle boarders and kayakers to avoid the main channel after close calls and complaints from boaters. Source: Harbor Launches Outreach Program Targeting... Read More