Where and how to store your boat’s ditch bag so that you can grab it instantly, plus five tips so it’s ready for an emergency and will serve you well.
Emergency Gear
Hope for the best, but prepare for the worst.
All the gear we really, truly, seriously hope we wasted money buying. But should we ever need it, we want it to work perfectly!
Rethinking PFDs
It’s time to start rethinking PFDs. Old technology is actually dangerous. But there is a new option. Learn more here.
🎧Tips for Using the VHF Radio
Your VHF radio is valuable safety equipment–as long as you know how to use it. Here are a few tips to help.
Emergency Info
Emergency info has to be available even to guests. Here’s a cheap and easy suggestion that might even save your boat.
Where Are the Wood Plugs?
Where are the wood plugs if you have an emergency hull breach? Ask yourself the question before you need them.
Hearing Your Anchor Alarm
You never go to sleep without setting your anchor alarm, right? But how do you make sure you hear it if it goes off while sleeping?
🎧How to Get Your Ship’s Radio License
Need an international radio license? Here are the steps to get your MMSI number for your boat radio.
🎧Getting Your MMSI Number for the Radio
When you buy a new VHF you’ll need your MMSI number to set it up. What is it? And how do you get yours?
How to Get Help in an Emergency
If you live on a boat, how do you get help in an emergency? It depends on where you are and on what type of emergency.
Check Safety Gear Before You Need It!
When a problem happens, it’s too late to do a safety check. Check these items on a regular basis to stay safe on your boat.