Emergencies 101
No matter how short the trip, never leave shore without a basic understanding of how to handle a medical emergency….
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Category: Safety
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Is it Safe to Boat This Summer?
By William C. Winslow The short answer is maybe. Answering the question represents considering the risk factors present before deciding…
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SAFETY Heads Up to Prevent Concussions
By William C. Winslow “Duck,” I yelled, but it was too late — the boom struck my crewmember right…
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Cold Water Safety
During the spring, the sunshine may feel warm but the water remains life-threateningly cold. If you’re hardy enough to venture…
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Rain, Rain, Go Away Don’t Sink My Boat Today!
How you leave your vessel at the end of the day may determine whether you return to find it still…
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SAFETY Boating Education Requirements and Classes
Under New York State law, anyone operating a personal watercraft (e.g. jet ski) must be at least 14 years of…
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SAFETY Safe Off-Season Checkup Tips
It’s time to check up on your stored vessel while in the midst of her long winter nap. How your…
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Become a Better Captain
By William C. Winslow Are you a good skipper? I mean a captain such as on that old TV show,…
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Averting Accidents
By Paul Knieste During my many years of boating, I have seen many incidents. Most were dangerous, some bizarre, and…
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SAFETY Beware of Carbon Monoxide
If you’re a hardy boater who ventures out despite dropping temperatures and bracing winds, the payoff is near-empty waterways. But…
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