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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!

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Why You Need To Check Boat Safety Gear

Published on July 28, 2015; last updated on February 9, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

It’s important to regularly check boat safety gear to ensure that it will work if you ever need it. Your life might depend on it!

How To Organize First Aid Supplies on a Boat

Published on July 9, 2014; last updated on January 5, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

An easy way to organize your first aid supplies so it’ll be easy to find what you need when the time arises, and a list of what’s in ours.

Why Have a Fire Blanket on Your Boat

Published on January 7, 2013; last updated on December 31, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

For many cooking fires, a fire blanket will do a better job of extinguishing it than a fire extinguisher, without the corrosive mess to clean up.

How to Use a Fire Extinguisher on a Boat

Published on December 28, 2012; last updated on December 31, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Learn how to use your fire extinguisher BEFORE you need it — it’s five minutes that could save your life some day!

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