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Sep142023

Illustration of Carbon Monoxide Warning sign

Limit carbon monoxide exposure

SafetySeptember 14, 2023

Avoid these common mistakes and take simple precautions to limit carbon monoxide exposure.

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Sep142023

Boats at dock on the water with fall foliage in background

Fall boating preparation

Boat HandlingSeptember 14, 2023

Follow this essential fall boating preparation to avoid surprises in the spring.

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Sep142023

Crew listens as captain briefs them on safety procedures while on board

Brief your crew

SafetySeptember 14, 2023

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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Aug92023

Powerboat motoring across the water

Handling your boat on the open sea

Boat HandlingAugust 9, 2023

Learning to read the waves will make you better able at handling your boat on the open sea.

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Aug92023

Close up of a ship's propeller in motion under water

Propeller safety

SafetyAugust 9, 2023

Follow basic propeller safety to avoid causing injuring to anyone in the water.

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Aug92023

Close up of a boater programming an MMSI into a hand held radio. Image courtesy of America's Boating Channel

Give your boat a Maritime Mobile Service Identity

Marine ElectronicsAugust 9, 2023

Having a Maritime Mobile Service Identity, a nine-digit code unique to each vessel, is crucial in the event of an emergency.

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Jul132023

Electrical plug on a boat

Use a portable GFCI to stay grounded

SafetyJuly 13, 2023

Use a portable GFCI when you’re out on the water or working in wet areas to keep yourself safe.

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Jul132023

A father shows his son how to tie up dock lines on a boat

Choosing dock lines

DockingJuly 13, 2023

Take care when choosing dock lines to tie up your boat both at home and away.

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Jul132023

A boat tows another boat in the water

How to tow a boat safely

Boat HandlingJuly 13, 2023

Whether you’re at the helm of the towing boat or the boat being towed, learn how to tow a boat safely.

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Jun142023

Under water shot of a boat at anchor

Anchor your boat

AnchoringJune 14, 2023

Whether under sail or power, these tips to anchor your boat will help keep you safe on the water.

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Jun142023

Person uses a socket wrench on a boat propeller.

Onboard checklist

DIY / ProjectsJune 14, 2023

Keep an onboard checklist of all the tools and supplies you might need before any trip on the water.

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Jun142023

Young man in life jacket on a personal watercraft in the water.

Personal watercraft safety tips

Water SportsJune 14, 2023

Maximize your fun on the water this summer by following these personal watercraft safety tips.

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