Safety
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FREE California Boaters Card Course: Free state specific boating safety course
2024 Boaters Card Required for ALL Boaters Under 60 Years Old
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Safety and Etiquette: Becoming A Responsible Boater
In this episode of Into the Outdoors, Captain Doug and his granddaughter head out on the Lake of the Ozarks to learn about boating safety, proper boating etiquette, and environmental responsibility when out on the water.
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Take a Boating Safety Course--Before It's Too Late!
Participation in a boating education course will teach how to properly operate and maintain a boat. There are multiple online options to choose from.
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Lake Mead National Recreation Area recently received a boost in supporting safety for visitors.
The Assistance League of Las Vegas, a non-profit organization that supports under-privileged youth across the Las Vegas Valley, donated 74 children’s life jackets to help Lake Mead National Recreation Area re-stock lifejacket loaner stations around the park in preparation for summer.
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Life jackets are a critical part of boating safety
Paddlesport, boating enthusiasts reminded to practice coldwater safety Life jackets are a critical part of boating safety
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Boat Flotation and Safety altered by Heavier Outboards
One year ago the U.S. Coast Guard required new recreational boats to have more floatation to support the increased weight of newer four-stroke outboards if the boat becomes swamped
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‘Spring Aboard’ with boating safety course
Arizona’s boating season is on the horizon and in preparation, the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) and boating safety advocates nationwide are urging boaters to #KeepYourEdge by enrolling in a boating education course during the Spring Aboard campaign.
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Boater Safety over Columbus Day Weekend
The Coast Guard warns boaters throughout the Coast Guard 7th District to use extra caution while out on the water this Columbus Day weekend.
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Avoid Boater Mishaps | Boater Safety Tips from Boatmasters
Photos: Boater Mishaps from the NYBoatingSafety.com website Your friends at want you to be safe on the water!
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Free Safety Class for New Boat or Kayaks Owners
Anyone who became the proud owner of a new boat over the holiday season is encouraged to attend one of the Arizona Game and Fish Department’s (AZGFD) free safety education courses. In addition to providing an overview of the basic skills required to safely operate a boat or personal watercraft, the courses also cover trailering, navigational rules, buoys, anchoring, legal requirements, watersports and boating emergencies.
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Free Online Boating Safety Course from BoatUS
The BoatUS Foundation's boating safety course is the only free online educational tool that helps boaters obtain their state's boating safety education certification easily and affordably. To help keep the course free, the 501(c)(3) nonprofit is asking for tax-deductible donations to help educate the next generation of recreational boaters.
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MDC Electrofishing Safety Committee honored
The Southeastern Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (SEAFWA) presented the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) Electrofishing Equipment and Safety Committee with a special recognition award at their annual meeting in Louisville this week. The ten-member team has updated and standardized electrofishing guidelines, which multiple states are adopting.
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California Boaters Can Now Take Free Boating Safety Course at Home
BoatUS Foundation online boating safety course approved by California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways
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Fishing Vessels Beware: Coast Guard Now Enforcing Safety Zone at Morro Bay Harbor
The Captain of the Port will be enforcing a temporary safety zone due to hazardous conditions in the vicinity of the Morro Bay Harbor entrance from November 29 –December 13, 2016.
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The Holiday Gift for the Boater: BoatUS Membership with Towing
Have a boater on your holiday gift list? Look no further. The organization that makes boating better, Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS), has three holiday gift ideas.
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So far this year, 88 people died on Texas rivers and lakes
AUSTIN— In the first eight months of 2016, 88 people died on Texas rivers and lakes due to drowning, trauma and other causes. Many of these tragedies can be avoided, which is why Texas game wardens are asking boaters, anglers and swimmers to make a promise to friends and family during the Labor Day holiday weekend to stay safe out on the water and follow these basic guidelines:
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Pet Blunders Made by Boaters
The dog days of summer are here, and recreational boaters are having a great time with their pets on the water. However, not all outings have gone as planned, and the staff at Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) has some stories to share about their experiences this summer that can help all animal owners:
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Monsoons bring unpredictable storms, OHV and boaters urged to use caution
Monsoon is in full swing and the Arizona Game and Fish Department warns boating and off-highway vehicle (OHV) users that weather conditions can change quickly and could be dangerous for those who aren’t prepared.
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Public Alert System Deployed for Sewage Releases into Vermont Lakes and Rivers
Montpelier, VT – The Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation has launched a new public alert system that enables subscribers to receive email or text message notifications when sewage and unpermitted discharges release into Vermont's lakes, rivers, and ponds.
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