Facts You Should Know about CO Poisoning

Facts You Should Know about CO Poisoning

800 boating-related poisonings in 35 states have been identified with over 140 of these poisonings resulting in death. Over 300 of the poisonings occurred on houseboats, with more than 200 of these poisonings attributed to generator exhaust alone. Facts You Should...
What to Do When Someone Falls Overboard

What to Do When Someone Falls Overboard

According to BoaterExam.com the major cause of fatalities involving small boats is drownings from falls overboard, which is why it is important for boaters to wear their personal flotation devices (PFDs). Capsizing—the overturning of a vessel on its side or turned...
Understanding the Different Parts of a Sailboat

Understanding the Different Parts of a Sailboat

Have you ever thought about learning how to sail? If so, then you should start by understanding the different parts of a sailboat if you want to sail your boat as efficiently as possible. Here they are in alphabetical order: Block: This is the nautical term for a...
Our Ocean Isn’t a Garbage Can (Infographic)

Our Ocean Isn’t a Garbage Can (Infographic)

The debris picked up on just one day each year for 25 years by cleanup volunteers paints a clear picture. But our ocean is not a garbage can. We need to rethink the way we live our lives when we’re out on the water to stop the flow of trash at the source, and reduce,...