Check local weather and water conditions before each trip. Let someone know where you are going and when you expect to return, who is onboard, and when and who to notify if you are overdue. Include a detailed description of your boat and registra-tion numbers. Then do not forget to let the same people know when you return. It s that simple.
Boating education is a lifelong process.
Take a boating safety course. Learn how to do basic troubleshooting and field re-pairs. Make sure your passengers know where the safety equipment is and how to use it. Follow the recommendations of the capacity plate and owner s manual. Distribute weight for best handling and performance.