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Boater Safety Card vs. Boating License: What’s the Difference?

By Teri Williams
December 26, 2025

Getting into boating has a few specific requirements, and in most locations, that includes a boater safety card. You might have also heard people talk about getting a boating license. So, what's the difference? In general, there is no difference between a boating safety card and…

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Who Creates Boating Rules and Regulations (and Why)?

By Teri Williams
December 19, 2025

A big part of using U.S. waterways safely involves understanding and following boating rules and regulations. The more you learn and follow these rules, the safer you, your passengers, and other boaters around you will be. Boating rules and regulations may govern how to license…

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Electric Boat Safety: What to Know Before Hitting the Water

By Teri Williams
December 12, 2025

If you're thinking about hitting the water for a day of adventure, sailboats or vessels with gas motors aren't your only options. You can also choose to go electric! With some knowledge of electric boat safety, information from an online boating safety course, and the right…

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Infant Life Jackets: How to Find the Right Fit

By Teri Williams
December 5, 2025

Keeping yourself and your passengers safe is a vital element of any boating adventure. Everyone can have a safer time on the water if you bring a life jacket for every passenger, including yourself, as well as infant life jackets if there are babies on…

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How Do I Learn to Drive a Boat? A Step-By-Step Guide

By Teri Williams
November 28, 2025

Whether you're spending time by yourself in a small boat or taking passengers with you in a larger vessel, knowing how to operate your boat safely can mean a better time on the water and a safe return to the dock. If you're wondering, "How…

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