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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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