Things to Carry in the Dinghy
Stay safe when you’re exploring by dinghy by making sure you have the right gear aboard. The legal requirements are a bare minimum . . . here’s what else we carry!
Fire has to rank high on every boater’s nightmare list.
You have to watch for potential fire hazards, have the right gear, plan what to do and practice.
And when all that fails, be ready to leave the boat.
Fire Blanket
For many cooking fires, a fire blanket will do a better job of extinguishing it without all the mess to clean up. Few boats carry one, although they're not expensive. Take a look . . .
The Ditch Bag
Putting together a ditch bag takes some time and a lot of thought. Here’s what’s in ours for coastal cruising.
3 Lessons from a Boat Fire
Every boater’s worst nightmare: waking up to find your boat in flames. Three lessons from a near tragedy.
