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Nautical Lighting
An article describing nautical lighting and the proper placement and useon a boat.

Watch That Wake
We were fishing from my flats boat in the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW), moving in and out of small creeks and oyster flats. We had caught several redfish and flounder and had moved to the main waterway to fish a stretch of shallower shoreline when it happened. “It” would be the huge wake that was thrown by a passing boat – not just any boat, but a forty-foot yacht. The ICW is traveled by many large vessels, and all of them can throw a monster wake.

The Capsizing of the Ethan Allen
The passengers aboard a tour boat that capsized on Lake George, killing 20 people, were sitting on long benches and slid sharply to one side of the vessel just before it flipped over, authorities said Monday.

Big Boats vs. Small boats - No Comparison
The Coast Guard Auxiliary wants the boating public to understand that consequences of interfering with a large ship in many of our narrow channels. Especially in our busy port cities, such as New York City, Boston, Houston, Los Angeles and Seattle.

Perrin River Rescue
A recent rescue by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary highlights the need for all boaters to wear their life jackets.

Having a Float Plan Saves Lives
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary has redesigned its Float Plan Central – featuring the world's only lifesaving device on paper.

Coast Guard Auxiliary at Work
From coast to coast, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliarists are forgoing their traditional seasonal festivities to help bring a bit of holiday joy to the men and women of the Armed Forces.

USCG Auxiliary Crew Saves Boater from Wing Dam
Several members of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Facility "Sar Trek" have become the latest crew in northern California to demonstrate the motto of the Auxiliary: "America's Volunteer Lifesavers."

A Restless Spirit saves the Pentecost
America’s Volunteer Lifesavers, the Coast Guard Auxilary assist in saving the day

What is an EPIRB?
An EPIRB is a personal safety device used by offshore sailors and fishermen.

Boatsafe.com
Successful completion of this course meets many state's mandatory boating education requirements and, in most cases, qualifies a boat owner for marine insurance discounts.

Fishing Safety
While this is an Illinois site for freshwater, the safety tips all apply to saltwater as well.

Stewart's Surestep
Stewart Products Company specializes in non-skid adhesive materials for use on boats, decks, trailers, etc.

USCG Office of Boating Safety
 Every boater should take a boating course. Many states have free learn at home courses for residents. There are also many classroom courses.