Brief your crew
Brief your crew before setting out for a day on the water. Tell them where to find safety equipment and how to operate emergency equipment.
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Limit carbon monoxide exposure
Avoid these common mistakes and take simple precautions to limit carbon monoxide exposure.
Fall boating preparation
Follow this essential fall boating preparation to avoid surprises in the spring.
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Limit carbon monoxide exposure
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Fall boating preparation
Follow this essential fall boating preparation to avoid surprises in the spring.
Brief your crew
Brief your crew before setting out for a day on the water. Tell them…
Handling your boat on the open sea
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