Choosing the Right Engine Cut-Off System
Portect your crew and boat by learning the what and why of boat-engine cut-off switches, otherwise known as “kill” switches.
Portect your crew and boat by learning the what and why of boat-engine cut-off switches, otherwise known as “kill” switches.
Technology has made captaining a boat easier and safer than it’s ever been, but these skills are still important to learn.
Boating isn’t always blue skies, sunshine, and calm seas. Learn how to stay safe aboard your boat when the wind comes up.
When conditions prevent a fellow boater from contacting the USCG directly, a Good Samaritan steps in to help as a VHF relay.
Everyone remembers to bring the fishing rods and bait when going fishing. Similarly, wakeboarders always have a tow rope handy. But the most important items on a boat are safety gear. You never know when an emergency situation will occur. Life jackets are mandatory, and should be worn on the boat. But beyond that, emergency beacons, first-aid kits, life rafts, flares and other products might be vitally important to have on your boating excursions. Check out today’s available boating safety gear.
Sea Tow captains offer their top tips on simple gear that make boating more comfortable, easier, safer or more enjoyable.
15 things you should consider when buying a compass for your boat.
Boat safe this holiday weekend–and every day.
Tow safely by ensuring the right trailer tire pressure for your boat.
Check out these 29 strategies for boating in a thunderstorm.
It’s not just about safety. Crew comfort counts too.
Tips to protect your boat from an approaching hurricane.
We ride along with the Miss Geico Racing team to learn how to boat safely at any speed.
The U.S. Coast Guard is your life-saver on the water. When an accident or health issue leaves you dead in the water—something that a tow service can’t handle—the U.S. Coast Guard will be there to save you. When a boater doesn’t return home from a trip, the Coast Guard boats and helicopters are the first ones out there searching for the missing person. The U.S. Coast Guard has an entire site dedicated to boating and safety tips that all boaters should be familiar with. Safety gear, navigation, seamanship, emergency procedures and safety tips are all covered in detail.
