Mitigate the effects of sun exposure on board
Although it’s winter, I’d rather talk about the sunny boating season to come. At the turn of the 20th century, people endeavored never to be …
The facts about cold water safety
If I fall into cold water, someone will throw me a life jacket, and I can put it on. I’m a good swimmer. These words …
Reduce risks on the ice
By Joseph Jonhenry Unless you plan on joining the Polar Bear Club, you’ll want to take precautions to ensure a relatively safe passage while walking …
Rig your own emergency lightning protection
In my 14 years as a vessel examiner, I have rarely seen a set of jumper cables on a boat, and I don’t carry jumper …
