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Inflatable PFDs need to be inspected regularly to ensure their reliability.
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Take care of your boat battery
Before your next trip, make sure you pay attention to your boat battery, an oft-overlooked item.
Cold-water immersion
Dealing with cold-water immersion should be at the top of every boater’s safety list.
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Knots to Know
From the cleat hitch to the figure eight knot, learn these seven basic knots all boaters should know.
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