…so, we thought we would give you a peek at what the contest will be about. Keep your eyes on the blog for the official launch, (especially Monday morning).
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National Water Quality Month: How Can You Contribute?
If there’s one thing we all love, it’s the water. Whether you’re out on your boat, taking a shower, drinking from a water bottle, or watering your plants, water plays a vital role in our lives and we certainly would be in trouble without access to this necessary resource.
August is National Water Quality Month, so we wanted to write a post focusing on ways you can help conserve water and keep water as clean as possible while boating and partaking in everyday activities.
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A Contest Is On The Horizon!
We hope you’ve all been enjoying the summer and the water. We haven’t updated the blog in a while, so what better way to return than to post about an upcoming contest we’re having?
We’re not giving away too many details yet, but we wanted to let you know we will soon be featuring a contest right here on this blog (soon, as in early-mid August). We’ve been thinking of ideas for a while and just have a few final things to sort out before it goes live. It won’t be too much longer, though.
5 Ways to Green Your Boat
With environmental concern on the rise, green products and practices are high in demand. Consumers constantly look for items that are both clean and cost-efficient. When it comes to transportation, there is a plethora of information about cars. When it comes to boats, perhaps not so much is available.
Fortunately, a number of steps can be taken by boat owners to employ green practices. Conserving energy and using environmentally friendly products doesn’t have to break the bank, and making just one small change helps. For those looking to get started or make some general changes, here are 5 popular ways to green your boat.
Boating Education Infographics: Part 10
This is our last infographic post for this series! Sure, the water is fun, but you have to come out eventually. Here are some tips on how to quickly and efficiently get your boat out of the water.
For more information on boating safety visit www.BOATERexam.com.
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Boating Education Infographics: Part 9
Personal Flotation Devices are extremely important to wear when boating. Previously we posted a story about a gentleman who said his life was saved because he was wearing a life jacket. Do you have an appropriate PFD?
For more information on boating safety visit www.BOATERexam.com.
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Boating Education Infographics: Part 8
What do you do if you’re meeting a power-driven vessel head on? What if there is an obstruction?
For more information on boating safety visit www.BOATERexam.com.
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Boating Education Infographics: Part 7
After giving your boat a safety check out of water, the next step is to launch it. Although it can be done alone, it often is easier with two or more people.
For more information on boating safety visit www.BOATERexam.com.
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Boating Education Infographics: Part 6
For those engaging in water sports and those operating or riding on boats, knowledge of hand signals is necessary for proper communication. Take a few moments to refresh your memory with the graphic below.
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Boating Education Infographics: Part 5
What to do if someone falls overboard. Has this ever happened to you?
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