Safe Boating Practices
Essential Articles from the Boating Awareness Campaign
Welcome to our “Safe Boating Practices” category, dedicated to increasing awareness and promoting safety on the water. Through the Boating Awareness Campaign, we provide expert articles, tips, and educational content to help boaters of all experience levels stay informed about best practices. From life jacket use and emergency preparedness to proper vessel maintenance and navigation techniques, our content empowers you to enjoy boating confidently and responsibly while ensuring the safety of everyone on board.
Boating Safety Print Ads
Various print ad campaigns have been employed to spread the word about safer boating practices.
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Brush Up on Your Boating Skills
Becoming a safer boater is good. Becoming a more competent and confident boater is better yet.
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Keep a Proper Lookout
As boat captain, it’s your responsibility to maintain an unobstructed view from the helm.
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Personal Watercraft Safety
As a PWC operator, you must follow all general boating laws and regulations, as well as some rules and tips specific to PWCs.
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Your Life Jacket Only Works If You Wear It
One doesn’t look foolish in a life jacket. One looks responsible.
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Life Jacket Extras
There are many ways beyond flotation in which your life jacket can become your best friend.
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Why You Should Always Use Your Engine Cutoff Device
Simple and mechanical, it’s practically foolproof—if you’re wearing it.
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Label That Human-Powered Watercraft
Add ownership and phone information to your paddlecraft or small unregistered boat.
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Avoiding, or Dealing with, Flooding
Central to enjoyable boating is keeping water out of the boat.
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Towing Tubes Safely
Riding on towable tubes is one of the most accessible and inclusive ways there is to enjoy the water.
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