Boating Basics Are Important
Recently, we did a show on Boating Basics. The show focused on foundational topics that both experienced and inexperienced skippers need to be aware of. While some experienced skippers may turn the “channel” quickly after viewing some of the basic points, hopefully, some new arrivals will invest some time viewing the key points. Here’s sampling:
Float Plan Informs people on land where you’ve gone at sea. If calamity strikes and the skipper and crew are in trouble, knowing where to look for them could be the difference between life and death.
Navigation rules illuminates which side of buoys to pass and how to steer correctly and safely around other boats. In crowded rivers and harbor entrances many boaters currently evidence a total lack of knowledge about the rules, creating a constant stream of dangerous encounters.
Cut-bridges proper procedures for informing others of your presence, when they can’t see you coming, increases safety ten-fold, but days are filled with last minute full reverse scenarios and last minute accusations.
These key points, in addition to others can make your boating experience a much more relaxed experience.
