Safety Tips for Boating Alone

It’s day four of National Safe Boating Week, held this year from May 21-27, 2022. This week is dedicated to reminding all boaters to brush up on boating safety skills and prepare for the boating season. 

We’ve teamed up with the United States Coast Guard to bring you helpful tips and resources to make sure you have everything in place to have fun with your crew and boat responsibly this season.

Never Boat Under the Influence

Alcohol use is the leading known contributing factor in fatal boating accidents; where the primary cause was known, it was listed as the leading factor in 18% of deaths.

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Always Have One (or More) Electronic Emergency Communications Devices On Board

No one wants to use a satellite distress beacon or other electronic emergency communications device, but prudent seamanship dictates having one or more on board in the event of a worst-case scenario.

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Know What’s Going on Around You at All Times

Nearly a quarter of all reported boating accidents in 2020 were caused by operator inattention and improper lookout.

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Safety Tips for Boating Alone

Solo boating requires good seamanship and a rigorous boating safety regimen.

Take a Boater Education Course

Coursework, particularly the many nationally recognized courses available, lets you dip deeper into boating now, and safely enjoy being on the water later.

For more free resources and downloads to prepare for you a season of safety and good times, visit boatsafetymag.com or safeboatingcampaign.com