Winterize your outboard
Get a head start on spring commissioning by winterizing your outboard engine this fall so you’ll be ready to launch for boating season.
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Boat registration
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Medical emergencies at sea
Make sure you’re prepared to deal with medical emergencies at sea by learning how to treat injuries and illness onboard.
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