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Several VHF channels are available for recreational boaters.

No boater wants to have to send a mayday call, but everyone on board, including school-aged children, should know how to use the VHF radio and summon help.

Rescue 21 represents a major advance the Coast Guard's Command, Control and Communication system that will eventually benefit every mariner in the United States

Marine VHF radios are a valuable tool for safe boaters. Learn more about use and selection of the proper channels on your boat's radio.

Remember to register your contact and vessel information after purchasing a new marine radio equipped with Digital Selective Calling.

VHF radio transmissions use specific terminology to alert mariners to a variety of circumstances. Learn when and how to use mayday, pan pan and securité broadcasts.

The following suggestions represent a few of the safety gear items found aboard a safe vessel that should be checked before going out this boating season.

Boaters of all types share the same waters and effective communications are a key to safe boating. Boaters can communicate with each other in a number of different ways.

2008 saw limited fatalities among recreational boaters in Alaska and the Coast Guard offers suggestions on how to stay safe in Alaskan waters.

Position and safety data transmitted by commercial vessels is freely available to recreational boaters that purchase readily available AIS receivers

After seeing overwhelming public support, the US Coast Guard has decided to continue its support of high frequency weather broadcasts and warnings.

False alarms and hoax distress calls made to the Coast Guard put rescuers at risk, divert resources from true emergencies, and cost taxpayers millions each year.

MarineMax has a unique program underway to introduce women to boating and boat operations. The future of boating will depend on developing programs like this.

Learn more about charter boat safety and efforts made to improve it for crew and passengers on uninspected passenger vessels

Amateur radio opens many new communication windows to long distance sailors. Radio traffic nets are available assist sailboats in making their next trip a safe passage.

A little time spent briefing your passengers in onboard safety procedures will pay handsomely during a true emergency.

Recreational boaters can learn much about boating safety by observing and using the same equipment and practices exercised by commercial fishermen.

Sailors embarking on the voyage of a lifetime discover the benefits of carrying and using an emergency position indicating radio beacon (EPIRB) during a vessel capsize

Suggestions for gifts that any boater will love to receive. The boater in your life will welcome a gift that is both practical and well suited to their avocation.

Ever wonder why someone would venture miles out to sea on a tiny kayak through waves and pounding surf? To catch more fish and be close to nature is a quick answer.

Good information concerning marine weather and possible trouble is available at your fingertips. Find out more about the National Weather Service and their products.

America's Lifesavers are making a list of nautical holiday gifts and checking it twice. Here are some Christmas gift ideas sure to please the boater in the family.

John Kimantas, an avid kayaker based in North Vancouver, British Columbia discusses kayaking gear, paddling safety and writing his books on paddling.

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