Monthly Archives: April 2011
New Bill Could Ease the Pain at the Pump for Boaters
Many U.S. citizens are complaining about the higher prices for fuel at the pumps. Many are also criticizing our goverment for not doing anything to reverse the apparent trend of raising prices almost daily. Fortunately, at least one State is stepping … Continue reading
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April Alcohol Incidents Demonstrate Dangers of Boating Under the Influence
Recent incidents on western Lake Erie and Lake Ontario should serve to remind boaters of the dangers of boating under the influence of alcohol or drugs. A Coast Guard boarding team from Coast Guard Station Oswego, N.Y., boarded a recreational vessel … Continue reading
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Talk to Your Marina Now!
During the next few months as we get into the more active months of the 2011 Hurricane season, we will be posting checklists and things you can do to prepare. That said, keeping boaters aware of the need to make … Continue reading
Make Every Day Earth Day for Boaters
As you are probably aware, last Friday was “Earth Day”. However as responsible boaters we should make every day “Earth Day” by boating responsibly. Taking Out the Trash: Courtesy Ocean Conservancy. What does green boating mean to you? We’re not … Continue reading
As We Age We Get Heavier – And So Do Our Boats!
With the continually escalating price of fuel, this topic becomes even more relevant. No matter where we turn, someone is telling us that we are getting fat and need to be thinner! Look at a previous post concerning the USCG … Continue reading
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National Safe Boating Council Urges Life Jacket Use
Safety organization targets spring breakers and early-season boaters with an early start to their “Wear It!” campaign The National Safe Boating Council (NSBC) is trying to get a head start on curbing the number of boating accidents and fatalities this … Continue reading
The Top Boat Names Are Out
It’s that time again when the most popular boat names for 2011 were announced by FirstBoat.com. A trend seems to have emerged from this year’s list that demonstrates how boaters enjoy their time on the water. Boat names like Serenity, Happy Ours, … Continue reading
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Coast Guard Weighs In On Overweight Boating Passengers
Americans’ bulging waistlines have pushed the Coast Guard to increase its figure for how much an average ferry and excursion boat passenger weighs. That number is used to calculate allowable vessel occupancy rates. For example, a boat with a 16,000-pound … Continue reading
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