Friday, November 18, 2022
Columbus, OH – Winter is right around the corner and before you know it, temperatures will drop. For those still getting out on Ohio’s lakes and rivers, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is reminding people that cold water will cool a body 25 times faster than cold air of the same temperature. The waterSaturday, September 17, 2022
Annapolis, MD – Fall boating season has arrived, and with it come different types of risks that cold water and air temperatures bring. Here are three boating safety tips from the BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water just right for leaf peeping season. A float plan is needed: A float plan is as simple as tellingSunday, September 11, 2022
A version of this article appeared in the Fall (September/October) 2022 of Great Lakes Scuttlebutt magazine. Everything is ready to go! It's a fantastic day on the water. Everyone is on board, and it's promising to be epic. I am now recalling a story from a great dock mate who relayed being on board with his little brother and familyMonday, September 5, 2022
Orlando, FL – The U.S. Coast Guard's latest 2021 Recreational Boating Statistics Report revealed boating safety improved with a 15.4% drop in the fatality rate per 100,000 registered vessels since 2020 while incidents decreased by 15.7% to 4,439; total fatalities decreased by 14.2% to 658; and total injuries decreased by 17.2%Monday, August 29, 2022
Springfield, VA – With gas prices continuing to fall and the summer boating season coming to a close, more boaters are expected to take to the water this Labor Day holiday. Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS), the nation’s largest advocacy, services and safety group with more than 800,000 dues-payingWednesday, July 27, 2022
Annapolis, MD – With the pandemic putting more people than ever on the water and consequent rise in boating accidents and fatalities, there’s some better news in the newly released 2021 U.S. Coast Guard Recreational Boating Statistics. The latest Coast Guard report shows double-digit declines year-over-year across theSaturday, July 16, 2022
Southeast, MI – Drowning is one of the leading causes of death in youth, and the Metroparks are partnering with other organizations in the region to close the gap so all children in the 5 county region can safely enjoy the pools, lakes, rivers, and ponds that make summer living in Michigan so great. “Southeast MichiganWednesday, June 29, 2022
DSC is one of the best deals in town. Setting up your VHF radio with digital selective calling is so simple, and it could save your life. If you’ve bought a VHF radio in the last few years, chances are it has a red distress button on the front. Lift the flap, press and hold the button for five seconds, and details of yourTuesday, June 28, 2022
Orlando, FL — Millions of boaters are expected to head out on the water this Fourth of July weekend, including more than 830,000 first time boat buyers who purchased during the COVID-19 pandemic. The increase in crowds coupled with the number of inexperienced new boaters has caught the attention of the Water Sports Foundation.Monday, June 27, 2022
Going on a fishing trip by boat can be a fascinating experience for kids. They are usually intrigued by various things, including the captain’s work, smells, colors, and sounds related to the activity. However, without proper planning, an accident where a child is involved will most certainly turn a great outing into a
