Sailing through the fear with offshore course
My husband, David, had always been into boating. After taking a United States Power Squadrons boating course, he joined Greenville Power Squadron (now Lake Hartwell …
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 …
The Mission Continues — Member shares safety tips with retirees
To some, a boat is just a hole in the water that you throw money into. They say their happiest days were when they bought …
Avoid common sailing injuries
By Anthony Pozun A sailboat’s many working parts combined with its movement can result in sailing injuries and accidents, but you can avoid them with …
Store propane cylinders safely on deck
Summer’s here! Now’s the time to get in the boat, visit your favorite cove and drop the hook. Before long, you’ll get out the propane …
A flare for safety — how and when to use them
As a boater, you should have the required flares on board, but do you know how and when to use them? When to use flares …