Boating Safety ⁽⁷⁴⁾

If you operate a car or truck, you know you have to put gas in it before the tank runs dry to avoid getting stranded on the side of the road. So, putting gas in your boat probably makes sense as a normal "to-do" to…

Becoming a boater means becoming a member of the boating community. So, what are your responsibilities as a boat operator if you see another boater, swimmer, or PWC (personal watercraft) operator in distress? As a compassionate person, you should stop and see how you can…

You never know when something could go wrong on a boat or where you might be on the lake when something goes wrong. While we hope you never have to deal with an emergency during a day of fun on the waterways, it's best to…

All gasoline-powered boats need a ventilation system, but why? Shouldn't the open air on the water keep your boat "ventilated" enough? Understanding why your motorized boat needs this system, how it works, and how to keep it working well helps you be a safer boater…