Review
A new year and a new start is ahead… this is a good time to review your safety procedures.
Safety
Anything to do with water and boat safety.
Wear a vest
We hope that Santa brought you a life vest for Christmas and that you’re planning on wearing it when you’re out of the water this Winter. Be safe folks.
US Coast Guard warning water is cold
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) The U.S. Coast Guard is warning boaters across New England that water temperatures are dangerously cold despite the warmer-than-normal air temperatures. Source: US Coast Guard warning water is cold despite warmer air | NCPR News
Coast Guard Warning About Frigid Lake Michigan
Coast Guard warning: Lake Michigan still dangerously cold Source: Coast Guard Warning About Frigid Lake Michigan
A quick check
Winter is on its way. Have you checked your flotation devices lately? Always a good idea to have working safety gear. You never know when you’re going to need it.
Safety Tip
Our safety tip for the day, and we know it might sound silly, but in the event of a Tsunami head for high ground, the higher the better. You’d be surprised at how many people don’t know this.
Nautical Know How
Nautical Know How is important if you plan on spending any time out on the water. The more the better, so click on the link and brush up on your skills.
Mariners skeptical about Coast Guard change to lighthouses
The federal agency said that the move will modernize the alert system and replace the “less reliable and less efficient” VM-100 fog detectors now at the lighthouses. Source: Mariners skeptical about Coast Guard change to lighthouses — State — Bangor Daily News — BDN Maine
Hypothermia
Hypothermia can kill. Make sure that you know what to do in the event someone should fall into cold water. If this happens, get out of the cold water as quickly as possible, remove cold wet clothing and get into something dry and insulated. Move around to generate some body heat and drink fluids.
Check your gear
It’s important to check you gear in order to help prevent mishaps. The little extra effort is worth it in the long run.
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 and stay safe.