Category: Safety

Anything to do with water and boat safety.

Nautical Swells

The Dangers of Nautical Swell Events Nautical swell events, characterized by large, long-period waves generated by distant storms or strong winds, pose significant dangers for... Read More

Ohio Boating Education Course Now Available Online

Source: Ohio Boating Education Course Now Available Online in Spanish | Ohio Department of Natural Resources Read More

10 states where boating accidents are most common

Source: List: 10 states where boating accidents are most common Read More

Staying safe when boating on Iowa rivers

Source: Staying safe when boating on Iowa rivers Read More

A popular boating area on the California coast has a deadly trend

Source: A popular boating area on the California coast has a deadly trend Read More

Used Boat Maintenance

Source: Used Boat Maintenance | winter | engine | preventative Read More

5 mph boating speed limit enacted at Folsom Lake

Source: 5 mph boating speed limit enacted at Folsom Lake. Here’s why Read More

2nd boat capsizes off Sonoma County coast near Bodega Bay

Source: 2nd boat capsizes off Sonoma County coast near Bodega Bay; 1 dead, 1 missing – CBS San Francisco Read More

Colder water brings increased danger for boaters

Source: Colder water brings increased danger for boaters, paddlers as winter approaches – Twin Cities Read More

Cold Weather and Boating

Boating in cold weather comes with unique risks that can be far more dangerous than they appear, particularly due to the combined effects of water... Read More

Watch Out for Hypothermia

Hypothermia happens when the body temperature drops below the normal range, usually due to prolonged exposure to cold temperatures. Recognizing hypothermia is essential because it... Read More