Tagged: night boating
July 4th
The biggest holiday of the year is upon us once more. The Fourth of July is an exciting holiday with many boaters able to see fireworks over the water. Unfortunately, along with the excitement comes a dash of danger. Boating at night is a very different experience than daytime boating. You can’t see many objects from lobster pot buoys to navigation buoys to rocks. And shore lights intermingle with boat lights making it difficult to discern safe channels. To ensure you have a safe and fun holiday, be sure to do a little pre-planning about your route and final [...]
Night Vision
It’s been a good summer for boating, with a number of long, sunny days promoting leisurely rides homeward after the traditional dinner hour. Those days aren’t gone yet, but sunset is definitely coming earlier and earlier, reducing the return trip time envelope measurably. Now, boating after dark, especially if the air temperature is warm, is a great experience, but without daylight, it can be a dangerous one as well. For example, in this area, there are a number of large and small rocks that partially submerge, depending on the tide, making them virtually impossible to see in limited light conditions. [...]
Smart Boating 102 – Night Boating
This show covers some important differences between day-time and night-time boating, and offers tips on how to be on the water after dark, safely.