In 2013, United States Coast Guard data found 17,801 cases of search and rescue. As far as recreational accidents go, there were 4,064 of them in 2014. Why are [...]
Do You Need a Float Plan for Your Boating Excursion?
Boat Insurance
How to Lower Your Boat Insurance Costs While Staying Covered
A startling statistic from BoatU.S. found that over 12 million registered boaters have no proper insurance coverage. Boat insurance costs can add up quickly, but that doesn’t mean cutting [...]
Interested in River Boating? Make Sure You Know the Safety Rules
Whether you’re out on the sea or on the river, it’s always good to be careful. But when you’re on the river, things can be a little different. While [...]
The Benefits of Taking a Boating Safety Course
Just as teenagers across the country take the time to learn the rules of the road before getting behind the wheel of a car, it’s important to learn how [...]
New to Boating? Here’s Some Advice for Your First Outing
A boat isn’t always going to be out aimlessly at sea. First you have to get out to sea, and eventually you are going to need to properly dock. [...]
What Kind of Boat is Best for You and Your Lifestyle?
So, you’ve decided to take the plunge and buy a boat. That’s great! But where do you start? Choosing the right vessel for your voyages is always challenging; it’s [...]
Recreational Boaters: Do You Know the Navigation Requirements?
A boat is just like a car. It’s great if you know how to use it, but it can be dangerous if you aren’t mindful. Boating accidents cost the [...]
What to Do if Someone on Your Boat Falls Overboard
2017 data from the United States Coast Guard found that 306 people on boats fell overboard that year, with 179 deaths and 126 injuries. Your first thought once on [...]
How to Keep Yourself and Your Guests Safe from Carbon Monoxide on Your Boat
Each year more than 400 Americans die from an unintentional Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning that was not linked to fires, according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC). On [...]
Would You Be Prepared for a Fire on Your Boat?
When you’re on a boat, you’re literally surrounded by water. For a lot of boaters, fire is the last thing on their minds. However if it does happen, throwing [...]