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Body Spring has arrived and that means many residents and visitors will be flocking to Florida’s beautiful beaches and waterways. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) wants boaters to “jump on board” and be educated before the boating season begins to get the most out of their time …

Boaters are urged to stay away from the waterways until the dangerous conditions and severe weather clear, following heavy rain in Sydney and dangerous surf warnings across much of the NSW coast . Worsening conditions are expected around the Central Coast, Gosford, Greater Sydney and Wollongong tonight and tomorrow, with …

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (March 2, 2022) – Resource manager for Lake Cumberland and Lake Laurel River in Kentucky is recognized for promoting water safety, leading public awareness activities and several marketing campaigns that have reached more than two million people in eastern Kentucky. Jeffrey F. Krause, Chief of Natural Resources Management …

As a young girl in Oviedo, Florida, Faye Towner never imagined she would one day be Commanding Officer of the American Boating Club of Rochester – and yet, since Dec. 8, she has been. Towner was sworn in as the first African American commander of the organization also known as …

Pawcatuck – Jerry M. Desmond of Pawcatuck, 63, beloved husband of Jacquelyn (Gauvin) Desmond, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Friday, December 24, 2021 at Westerly Hospital. A battle he faced with his exuberant and contagious optimism and his spirit of initiative that he gave everything in …

PAW PAW – The Van Buren Sheriff’s Department was recognized this month for its maritime patrol, which was honored for helping keep boaters safe during the hectic summer boating season of 2021. In July, the Sheriff’s Department Marine Unit joined the US Coast Guard’s Operation Dry Water boating safety campaign …

news, latest news, An NSW marine rescue boat is due to operate out of Eden for the first time after the state government announced an expansion of the emergency service. Marine Rescue Eden took delivery of the vessel on Thursday, December 16, in an effort to protect boaters at the …

The non-profit BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water can help boat builders, dealers and marinas operators improve the customer experience and make boating safer for everyone. A leader in boating safety for over 40 years, the Foundation offers a free online boating safety education course at BoatUS.org/Free. Thirty-five …

UPDATE, 3 p.m. PT – Transport Canada confirmed in a statement to CBC News that as of Friday afternoon, non-essential marine traffic is prohibited in certain flooded areas of British Columbia. A spokesperson said restrictions had been imposed to “keep boaters safe and areas clear for emergency response.” The federal …

America’s Boating Club Press Release: 12 October 2021 AMERICAS BOATING CLUB of GREAT SOUTH BAY POWER SQUADRON is proud to offer the public the virtual nautical seminar – “Introduction to Navigation Seminar”, on Tuesday, December 14, 2021, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Learn hands-on techniques for planning, navigating, and …

Luc Cuenco 10.10.21 Boating is one of the best summer activities for those who live inland and on the coast. While there are many regulations governing boating as well as local regulations and guides, there is currently nothing streamlined enough to keep you safe on the water in an easy …

Kootenai County Navy MPs cracked down on intoxicated boaters and their efforts garnered nationwide praise. Each weekend of July 4, the National Association of Safe Boating Law Administrators launches “Operation Dry Water” – a three-day enforcement against boaters operating under the influence. This year, Kootenai County and 7,500 law enforcement …

The Sea Tow Foundation Boating Safety Advisory Board will be accepting nominations for its National Boating Industry Safety Awards until midnight October 8. Now in their third year, the awards include 10 categories that recognize safety programs and campaigns in the for-profit segment of the marine industry. “We appreciate all …

South Carolina is known as one of the best states in the country for its largemouth bass fishing. But the largemouth bass has a neglected cousin that also inhabit the waters of Palmetto State. Smallmouth Bass is considered one of the toughest fighters and very popular among freshwater anglers. They …

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) is pleased to partner with the Australian New Zealand Safe Education Boating Group (ANZSBEG) on this important initiative. National Safe Boating Week takes place from 2sd to 8e October and is an opportunity for governments, industry leaders, and casual and professional sailors to highlight …

The House Committee on Judicial and Government Operations on Wednesday asked Department of Public Safety’s Deputy Chief of Police for Boating Safety Kelvin Aldan regarding Governor Ralph DLG Torres’ 85 boat trips using DPS ships – some of which have been funded by federal grants. Aldan, who has worked for …

America’s Boating Course is a boating safety course designed for boaters using all types of watercraft. This is a NASBLA approved course that meets state certification requirements. Material covered includes vessel terminology, required vessel equipment, vessel rules and regulations, vessel handling, navigation rules, navigation aids, emergency conditions, maritime communications, water …

When the dams were completed in the early 1940s, creating Lakes Marion and Moultrie – Santee Cooper Lakes – no major fishing was expected. The construction of dams on rivers was expected to create jobs and generate cheap electricity. Fishing, boating and hunting were by-products. But the striped bass, an …

Fall and winter provide some of the best fishing and hunting opportunities, especially for waterfowl. The problem is, falling overboard could end your life. A simple fall overboard is the # 1 boating accident that kills boaters the most, especially in cold water. While some of these accidents involved other …

On September 22, 2021, the US Coast Guard issued a Notice of Proposed Regulatory Proposal (NPRM), which would implement various changes relating to the certification of state title systems for undocumented vessels. The NPRM aims to align states’ titling systems with the Uniform Act on Certificates of Title for Ships …

I have to admit that I often enjoy pancakes and tacos during breakfast time. No, not that kind of pancakes and tacos; pancakes and tacos which describe how a net is cast for the purpose of catching bait in the waters of the Lowcountry. After reading the morning paper and …

Brian Chopin and Karen Silverhorn, residents of Gainesville, Ga., Who recently completed the 6,000-plus mile long loop on their 25-foot boat “Tug Life” pose for a photo on September 9, 2021. Chopin and Silurezorn have first set sail in October of 2020 to complete America’s long Great Loop boat trip …

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (AP) – After 159 days, a Gainesville couple completed a boat trip that took them through 20 states and over 6,200 miles across the eastern United States. Brian Chopin and Karen Silinsiorn first set sail in October 2020 to complete the long boat trip of the Great American …

By DANIELA CARRASCO, The Times GAINESVILLE, Ga. (AP) – After 159 days, a Gainesville couple completed a boat trip that took them through 20 states and over 6,200 miles across the eastern United States. Brian Chopin and Karen Silinsiorn first set sail in October 2020 to complete the long boat …

They decided to give the loop a try after purchasing their 25ft Ranger Tugs, aptly named “Tug Life”. “I heard about it decades ago and sort of dreamed of doing it for decades,” Chopin said. Although both were used to the water after having been keen on sailing, canoeing and …

The yacht club membership model is much more affordable than buying a boat. Handout When Michael Khan first heard about yacht clubs, he thought they were too good to be true: a company that would give him access to a boat a few times a week, with no responsibility for …

A lanyard is wrapped around the wrist to stop the boat’s engine switch in the event the operator is thrown off the helm. AMERICAN COAST GUARD / Contributed A new federal law requiring the use of engine stop switches is intended to prevent drifting boats and injury in cases where …

James muldoon James Muldoon, president of US Sailing in 1997-2000, was inducted into the Boating Safety Hall of Fame. As a national catalyst for boating safety, it is the National Safe Boating Council’s most prestigious award, recognizing those who have demonstrated essential leadership in making our waterways safer throughout the …

Kayaks and canoes can often be seen drifting along the Columbia River in Clatskanie and Rainier. They mingle with a flood of fast boats, jet skis and commercial vessels using the popular waterway. Jeremy C. Ruark / The Chef You may have noticed an increase in boat traffic along the …

FAIRFIELD – The U.S. Coast Guard reported 767 boating-related deaths nationwide in 2020, a 25.1% increase from 2019. “There is evidence that boating activity has increased dramatically during the pandemic (Covid-19), from reports of increased boat sales, insurance policies written, insurance claims and appeals towing aid. With increasing exposure. . …

Clallam County Sheriff’s Office and safety advocates are calling on boaters to help keep everyone safe by not consuming alcohol or marijuana while on the water, especially when drive a boat or pedal boat. As boaters prepare for the July 4 vacation, law enforcement agencies prepare for Operation Dry Water …

CARTERSVILLE, GA – Going out on a boat for a ride on Lake Allatoona has become one of the funniest and most peaceful ways to celebrate July 4th in and near Bartow County, with boat trips already planned for children. 2021 holidays. But with hundreds of thousands of people first …

LEXINGTON, Ky., June 17, 2021 / PRNewswire-PRWeb / – Law enforcement officers across the country will be on the alert for those breaking the laws on navigation under the influence as part of the annual Operation Dry Water Weekend , July 2nd – 4, 2021. Dry Water Operation (ODW) is …

Open water fishing is difficult and requires technique, prior research When learning the ropes – and fishing rods – of saltwater fishing, careful preparation involves more than a rich arsenal of equipment and the proper attire. (FWC image) BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – When learning the ropes – and rods – …

Shelbyville, Illinois (WCIA) – “Taking care of yourself is also taking care of others to make sure you know if you can step in to help someone, that’s what you need to do,” said Ashley Florey, resource specialist natural areas at Lake Shelbyville. This is the message from officials as …

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee (WVLT) – The number of people killed in boating accidents on Tennessee’s waterways in 2020 is the worst in nearly 40 years, and 2021 is poised to be just as dangerous. TWRA spokesman Matt Cameron said it had a lot to do with the pandemic. TWRA reported 32 …

SALT LAKE CITY – Those who run boating programs in Utah state parks say the drought we are experiencing this year will likely impact Utah boaters. Ty Hunter, head of the Utah State Parks boating program, told KSL Newsradio that some Utah reservoirs are already low and launching from some …

Elementary school children in the area are always pleasantly surprised when a uniformed member of the US Coast Guard Auxiliary shows up to speak to their class. Boating safety education is the primary responsibility of the USCG Auxiliary and given the large number of waterways in the area, classrooms are …

Boating incidents increased statewide during Memorial Day weekend compared to the previous year. (Amy Rae Dadamo / Community Impact Journal) Despite heavy rains and thunderstorms, Texas game wardens remained busy throughout Memorial Day weekend. Statewide boating incidents topped bank holiday weekend reports of 2020 in almost every category, according to …

OLD SAYBROOK, CT (WFSB) – While Mother Nature certainly did not provide the perfect weather conditions to enjoy a vacation, boaters, especially anglers, have. Lots of small boats, mostly fishermen going out for the stripers today. A local ramp was filled earlier with a lot of empty trailers. Environmental and …

As the boating season begins on the Delta this Memorial Day weekend, boaters are reminded to wear a life jacket, travel at safe speeds and have a boater’s card. Large numbers of Bay Area boaters are expected to flock to the Delta this weekend, the traditional start of the boating …

The Memorial Day long weekend marks the traditional start of summer and, for many, the kickoff of boating season. Minnesota’s waterways have already been more congested than usual this spring, an apparent continuation of what has been an unusually busy year in 2020. With boaters of all levels of experience …

WABASH VALLEY (WTHI) – National Safe Boating Week kicks off the summer boating season. Whether you are a beginner or an expert in your personal watercraft, safety concerns are the same for everyone. “Really good swimmers drown every day … every day,” said Peg Phillips, Executive Director of the National …

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB / KRBC) – Memorial Day weekend brings fun times in the sun and on the lake for the family, but all of the celebration doesn’t mean the rules can be thrown overboard. “We are always in force for this kind of thing, it is a matter of …

WALNUT CREEK, Calif .– As the coronavirus pandemic continues in Walnut Creek, many here and other parts of the United States hope to end a long winter and spring by spending Memorial Day weekend on the water in their newly purchased boats. Hundreds of thousands of people in the United …

Searching for the misplaced deer tag, the rifle that was not seen, and an assortment of other unforeseen obstacles can almost guarantee that your deer opener memories will leave a little to be desired. That’s why many hunters start making plans weeks or even months before the coveted opening. Likewise, …

Boat engine safety kill switch lanyard emergency cut-out cord. Image-Walmart JUNEAU, Alaska – The Coast Guard reminds mariners of a new law requiring pleasure craft to use an engine shutoff switch (ECOS) and associated ECOS link (ECOSL). An ECOS is an emergency ignition cut-off device that stops the engine if …

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will have boating, padding and safety experts at Bass Pro Shops in Altoona on May 15-22 to discuss lifejackets with customers. , safety and the upcoming season of Iowa on the water. “Kayak ownership is on the rise as more and more people …

As many Minnesota residents hit the lakes this summer, practicing boat safety and etiquette can make your time on the lake less likely to cause nasty waves with other boaters on the water. According to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), there are unspoken rules to follow for good …

OCONOMOWOC – The boating industry is currently in the midst of its busiest time in history, at least according to a Lake Country dealer. Erik Tinus, owner of Tinus Marine at Oconomowoc, said boat sales have increased significantly since the start of the pandemic and last year was a banner …