Boating Safety ⁽⁷⁴⁾

Getting out on the water is technically "boating," but if you don't know some specific terms and how they relate to your boat, you could find yourself in a dangerous situation. Whether you're new to operating a boat or you're a seasoned captain of your…

Navigation lights are a very important safety system on a boat. These lights help all boats navigate the waters between sunset and sunrise and in events with reduced visibility, such as rain and fog. Using these lights appropriately helps boats navigate safely and identify the…

While we hope you can get out on the water as often as you want this season, there could be days when the weather isn't ideal for a boating adventure. Depending on where you live, bad weather could keep you on shore — and it's…

According to the United States Coast Guard (USCG), in 2023, there were 564 deadly boating accidents across the country last year. Another 2,126 boating accidents that year were non-fatal. In total, there were 3,844 boating accidents in 2023. Even so, the number of recreational boating…

Whether you've passed a boater safety course (or not), staying safe on the water is crucial. In their 2023 report, the U.S. Coast Guard reported 4,040 boating incidents in 2022. These accidents resulted in 636 deaths, 2,222 injuries, and about $63 million in property damage that year.