Master marine radio channels, protocols, and types to ensure clear, efficient communication for safe boat operation on the water.

How old do you have to be to not wear a life jacket on a boat? Learn state requirements, safety guidelines, and when everyone should wear one.

The best way to prevent hypothermia while boating involves learning water survival times and mastering essential cold-weather layering techniques.

Master how to tie a boat to a dock using essential knots, line materials, and techniques to safely secure your vessel in any condition.

Maximize your boat’s GPS by storing waypoints. Learn tips for inputting data correctly and avoiding common mistakes to navigate efficiently on the water.

Estimating wave height is crucial for safe boating. Learn simple methods to gauge the seas, from using your eye to observing buoys and structures.

Expert tips to help you successfully navigate port at home or abroad, in rough weather or fair.

Any day you don’t need your ditch bag is a good day, but if you do need it, make sure you have all the crucial items necessary for rescue and survival.

Master emergency marine radio calls: Learn the differences between MAYDAY, PAN-PAN, and SÉCURITÉ for effective response and better safety on the water.

How should firearms be transported on a boat? Find answers here, plus tips on safety, legal compliance, and conflict.

Choose the right electronic nautical chart for your voyage: Raster charts are simple but fixed in scale, while Vector charts offer flexible zoom and dynamic data.

Learn which items are a must on your boating safety checklist, plus additional safety tips for mariners.