safety

License Free Photos: Visual Distress Signal – Flare

Photos showing a flare being used as a visual distress signal

Brush Up on Your Boating Skills

Becoming a safer boater is good. Becoming a more competent and confident boater is better yet.

Keep a Proper Lookout

As boat captain, it’s your responsibility to maintain an unobstructed view from the helm.

Personal Watercraft Safety

As a PWC operator, you must follow all general boating laws and regulations, as well as some rules and tips specific to PWCs.

Your Life Jacket Only Works If You Wear It

One doesn’t look foolish in a life jacket. One looks responsible.

Why You Should Always Use Your Engine Cutoff Device

Simple and mechanical, it’s practically foolproof—if you’re wearing it.

Video: Salty Jefferson and Sober Choices

Every paddler has heard the tales of ol’ Salty, or at least versions of them. In a case for clear decisions and safety on the water: Never paddle impaired.

Video: Salty Jefferson and What to Wear

Every paddler has heard the tales of ol’ Salty, or at least versions of them. If you’re going to be on the water, prepared to be in the water. Always dress for immersion.