Before You Cast Off

Even the most experienced and skillful boaters can have problems when something unexpected happens. No responsible person willingly puts himself or his friends and family in jeopardy by ignoring the potential risks on a boat.

There are many things you can do to minimize risks.
Here are a few important ones.

Remember You are responsible for your boat and your passengers!!! Check your local weather forecast.  Avoid these conditions!!! --------------------------------------------->->-> Locate & view chart(s) of your area. (Click here to view) Make sure your fuel tanks are full. It wouldn't hurt to carry spare fuel in a can. Check the bilge for leaks and fumes before starting your engine. Be sure that you carry 1 PFD for each person on board. Kids MUST be wearing theirs. Check your VHF radio by doing a "radio check" - Not on Ch. 16. (In Cape Cod Bay you can get an automated radio check on VHF channel 28) Make sure you have an adequate anchor and sufficient line for it. (minimum - 3x the maximum water depth you will be in) Have our telephone number pre-programed into your cell-phone. Leave the beer and liquor ashore. Big Brother IS watching.

Close Call?

Disabled and
under tow.