Ready to get out on the water? Before you do, it is vital to plan accordingly. The pre-departure checklist will help you not be caught unprepared at any point in your trip. Download this checklist and remember to complete one every time you get out…

All gasoline-powered boats need a ventilation system. Fumes can build up from the engine and collect in the bilge, which could create a dangerous explosion. There are two types of boat ventilation systems: natural and power. Power ventilation systems should always be turned on for…

The law requires that a vessel must carry at least one Type B USCG-approved fire extinguisher on board if it has an engine and one of the following items. Although the vessels specified above are the only ones required by law to carry a fire…