Boating Safety

Here are some Web links that prepare you for safe cruising.

Sample Float Plan
On any boat trip, you should let someone on dry land know your whereabouts with what is called a "float plan". This version is provided by Lakeland Boating magazine.
Office of Boating Safety
The official US Coast Guard Boating Safety site.
BoatSafe Web Site
Great site with boating courses, tips, and much more.
Boating Safety Web Site
Sponsored by Sea Tow, this site has lots of links and information however the layout could be better and some database access is unavailable.
Boater Ed Discussion Forum
Good place to post a question about boats and boating.
Canada Office of Boating Safety
Good site to visit if you plan on using the Oswego canal to visit Canadian waters.
Boat US Boating Course
A basic boating course that you can take online; you'll end up with a paper certificate you can proudly hang somewhere.
Water Works Wonders
A well done site with plenty of reference for boaters; covers all of the US.
Safe Boating Council
Their mission statement says it all: "The mission of the NSBC is to reduce accidents and enhance the boating experience." Includes boating newsletters and boating news.

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