Boating
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Pokémon Go and Boating
The reality-game-meets-exercise app currently taking the nation by storm, "Pokémon Go," now has 21 million users every day – reportedly the most successful mobile game ever in the US. The game features characters called Pokémon that players capture in the real world using a combination of GPS and augmented reality.
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Game and Fish: Boat safe, boat smart, boat sober
The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) will participate in a multi-agency enforcement patrol this weekend on the Colorado River, pursuing those who are operating their boats and other watercraft while under the influence (OUI) of drugs or alcohol.
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Nevada Law Enforcement Agencies Participate in Operation Dry Water June 25-26
Law enforcement officers across Nevada will be on heightened alert for those violating boating under the influence laws during the annual Operation Dry Water weekend, June 25- 26. Operation Dry Water is a nationally coordinated heightened awareness and enforcement campaign, focused on deterring boaters from boating under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
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Take the pledge to never boat under the influence
"The three days of heightened enforcement take place just prior to the July Fourth holiday weekend, which is unfortunately known for drinking and boating, leading to deadly accidents," said Lt. Tom Wanless, state boating law administrator and supervisor of the DNR Law Enforcement Division's recreational safety, education and enforcement section. "Our goal is to save lives."
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BoatUS and NMMA Caution About Fuel Choice, Misfueling Risks
As the Memorial Day weekend kicks off the summer boating season, Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) and National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) urge boaters to be mindful when selecting fuel for their boats, especially as the federal government's Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) is increasing the risk of consumer misfueling. Even one mistake at the pump can be the source of expensive, warranty voiding repairs and dangerous engine failure.
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Coast Guard Releases Annual Boating Statistics
The U.S. Coast Guard released its 2015 Recreational Boating Statistics report Tuesday, revealing that boating fatalities nationwide that year totaled 626, the third-lowest number of yearly boating fatalities on record.
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VHF Radio: The Best Form of Communication on the Water
People rarely go anywhere on land without their smartphones anymore, and it has become increasingly common to see boaters using cell phones when they're out on coastal and inland waters as well. That's fine − as long as your boat is also equipped with a VHF Radio_lores 2VHF radio, one of the most important pieces of safety equipment you can have on board.
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"How to Use GPS" Newest Online Course from BoatUS Foundation
It's an important piece of equipment, able to get boaters safely home, to their favored fishing hole or weekend raft up spot. But if you've ever wondered about all of the features and functions on your boat's GPS or chartplotter, this is your chance to learn by taking the newest online course from the BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water and the United States Power Squadrons, "How to Use GPS."
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Boat Fire Extinguishers: Four Myths From the BoatUS Foundation
ANNAPOLIS, MD – Every spring, the BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water receives questions from boaters about fire extinguishers. To help set the record straight here are four fire extinguisher myths debunked:Myth #1: Tapping or striking the extinguisher keeps the contents "fresh".Reality: Leave the mallet at home. Unlike days of old, today's modern fire extinguishers don't use chemicals that cake, get hard, or need to be broken up.
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AZ: Boating Season on the Horizon, Prepare With A Safety Course
Spring and summer isn't far off and Arizona's waterways will soon be teeming with activity. To make sure you're ready for another great boating and paddling season, the Arizona Game and Fish Department recommends all water users to take a boating safety course.
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Spring into gear with fresh boating tips!
Now is a great time to prepare for a long season of fishing, sailing, diving, and even paddle boarding with tips from our experts. Check our list of webinars and register today to learn more about using the right baits, getting the most out of your electronics, sailing like a pro, and more. Be sure to visit navionics.com for updates and more upcoming webinars.
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Boating season on the horizon, prepare with a safety course
PHOENIX — Spring and summer isn’t far off and Arizona’s waterways will soon be teeming with activity. To make sure you’re ready for another great boating and paddling season, the Arizona Game and Fish Department recommends all water users to take a boating safety course.
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Safety Tips for Boat Lighting
The US Coast Guard wants boaters to know that some of the new lights aren't up to snuff and could increase the chances of a collision.
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Boating Gift Ideas from the U.S.C.G.
The Coast Guard has compiled a list of boat safety themed items for the holiday season, putting the real holiday savings in saving the lives of those you love.
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Boating magazine names Boston Whaler 420 Outrage Boat of the Year
The Boston Whaler 420 Outrage has been chosen by the editors of Boating magazine as the 2015 Boat of the Year.
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"Backbone" of America's Boating Safety and Angling Conservation Reauthorized
In a victory for boaters and anglers, Friday's passage of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation (FAST) Act also includes reauthorization of the Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund through the year 2020. After significant lobbying by Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) along with other boating and angling organizations, in 1984 Congress passed legislation establishing what was then called the Wallop/Breaux Trust Fund.
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Choose a Designated Driver for Your Boat This Weekend
The Nonprofit Sea Tow Foundation Urges Boaters to Have A Designated Skipper at the Wheel Over Labor Day Weekend 21% of All Boating-Related Deaths Involve Alcohol Use
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DNR Secures $6 Million to Improve Boating Access at Sites Statewide
From a new boat ramp in Somerset County to citywide harbor upgrades in Annapolis, 59 public water access projects in 19 Maryland counties will receive a total of $6 million in state Waterway Improvement Fund grants for fiscal year 2016.
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Operation Dry Water taking place nationwide June 26-28
Thousands of law enforcement officers across the United States will be on heightened alert for those violating boating under the influence laws during the annual Operation Dry Water weekend, June 26-28. Operation Dry Water is a nationally coordinated heightened awareness and enforcement campaign, focused on deterring boaters from boating under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
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Essential Toolkit for Your Boat
When you are out on the open water, the last thing you want to think about is something going wrong. If something does happen to your boat when you are on the open water, would you have the tools on board to fix it? Do you know what tools to keep on board for common boat problems?
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