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Oct132021

How to lock through

How to lock through

Boat HandlingOctober 13, 2021

Traversing a lock may seem complicated, but it’s not difficult when you know what to do and how to lock through.

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Sep152021

winterize your outboard

Winterize your outboard

Boat HandlingSeptember 15, 2021

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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Sep152021

boat registration

Boat registration

Boat HandlingSeptember 15, 2021

U.S. boaters must follow local, state and federal requirements for boat registration and documentation.

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Sep152021

medical emergencies at sea

Medical emergencies at sea

SafetySeptember 15, 2021

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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Aug112021

prepare your boat for heavy weather

Prepare your boat for rough weather

SafetyAugust 11, 2021

Don’t have time to get to port? Know how to prepare your boat for rough weather in harbor and at sea before storm clouds threaten.

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Aug112021

what to do if your boat capsizes

What to do if your boat capsizes

SafetyAugust 11, 2021

When prevention fails, know what to do if your boat capsizes. Always stay with the boat to help with rescue efforts.

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Aug112021

leave the dock like a pro

Leave the dock like a pro

DockingAugust 11, 2021

Learn how to leave the dock safely in any situation, no matter what type of boat you have or where you boat.

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Jul122021

paddle sports safety

Paddle sports safety

Water SportsJuly 12, 2021

Paddle sports like kayaking and canoeing are fast-growing water activities. Follow these tips for paddle sports safety.

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Jul122021

boater's fatigue

The dangers of boater’s fatigue

SafetyJuly 12, 2021

Boater’s fatigue results from exposure to environmental stressors on the water that impair a boater’s mental and physical performance.

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Jul122021

float plan

A float plan could save your life

SafetyJuly 12, 2021

If your trip on the water goes awry, a float plan could literally save your life. Make sure someone on dry land has a copy.

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Jun82021

lightning strikes on the water

Protect against lightning strikes on the water

SafetyJune 8, 2021

Protect yourself and your boat from lightning strikes on the water by recognizing dangerous conditions and taking immediate action.

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Jun82021

marine fire extinguishers

All about marine fire extinguishers

SafetyJune 8, 2021

Learn everything about marine fire extinguishers: what size, type, and number to carry, where to mount them, and how to maintain them.

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