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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.

Irish Water Safety, an organization chartered under law in Ireland to promote water safety, offers fourteen tips to improve boating safety.

The cold wet winter weather poses unique risks for commercial fishermen operating in these intolerant waters. Irish Water Safety offers suggestions that benefit boaters.

A new service is available to boaters that connects them by satellite with help on the water for fuel assistance, jump starts, soft ungrounding or towing to repair.

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.

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

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.

Boaters should resist the temptation to cut corners on safety equipment costs in times of financial uncertainty.

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.

Sea kayaks have several important features of interest to paddlers. Here is a description of the basic components found in a sea kayak.

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

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.

Retrace Capt John Smith's voyages of Chesapeake Bay. Celebrate the 400th anniversary of Jamestown by paddling the new Captain John Smith National Historic Trail

Having an abandon ship kit available will greatly supplement the personal survival kit carried by prepared mariners.

Fall is the time duck and other waterfowl hunters are out in the field. Taking a little time to prepare will make the next trip on a boat duck hunting safer for everyone

The recent survival story of boaters stranded in the Gulf of Mexico highlights lessons learned in how to make it easier for rescuers to find a vessel in distress.

Here is an outline of actions and items that should be part of your next safe paddling trip compiled by the American Canoe Association and United States Coast Guard

Use a pre-departure inspection checklist and look your boat over before each trip. A little time spent preparing for your next trip can save major headaches later.

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

Time spent preparing for that next boat trip could be time well spent in preventing problems on the water. Be a better mariner and learn more about the avocation.

Here is a short list of ten suggestions that will help you be a safer boater from a major marine insurance company.

Helicopter evacuation is very effective in assisting with medical emergencies on a boat. Knowledge of helicopter procedures will prepare you for an event like this.

Vessel Safety Checks assure boaters that they are ready for operating on the water safely. Schedule a VSC soon.

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.

Using load management strategies will prevent inadvertent discharge of your starting battery and a long wait to return home.

Canada is a great place for recreational boating, cruising and paddling. Check up on current Canadian boating regulations before you leave.

Training and good gear can make all the difference in having a safe and enjoyable kayaking trip. Get your gear on at Suite101.

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