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Tips on Packing a Ditch Bag

A ditch bag – or abandon ship bag – is one of those things that you hope you’ve wasted a lot of money on. The fact is, however, if you boat and fish with enough frequency sooner or later you will be confronted with a potentially compromising situation. In the... Continue reading

March

Scott Zeien

boat usage, Legal Stuff, Safe Boating

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Going Fishing this Season? You’ll Need a Permit for That.

Many boaters may not be aware that all recreational/non-commercial fishermen ages 16 to 59 must purchase a ($10) permit from the State. Fishermen aged 60 and older must also obtain a MA permit, but it is free. The permit is required in order to fish for finfish from shore or... Continue reading

November

Scott Zeien

boat shopping, Kingman Yacht Center, Marine Electronics, Product Spotlight, Safe Boating

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The 2022 Boaters’ Holiday Gift Guide

Holiday time is upon us and gift ideas are like gold. If there’s a boater on your gift list, we’ve polled our staff and vendors for gifts that he or she will love! Kelvin K36 Multi Tool Billed as an urban tool kit, we think the Kelvin 36 is a perfect on-board... Continue reading

May

Scott Zeien

boat usage, boating, Kingman Yacht Center, Safe Boating

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How to Properly Make a Distress Call on Your VHF Radio

Our friends at Soundings have published one of the best guides to emergency communications we've seen: Call of Duty Any boater worth his salt should know how to make a distress call and what to do when he hears one. Just because everyone has a cell phone in their pocket... Continue reading

September

Scott Zeien

boat usage, Kingman Yacht Center, Safe Boating

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New Discover Boating Safety Map Helps Boaters Practice “Boating Rules Of The Road”

Discover Boating launched a new interactive state-by-state safety map this month, providing boaters with an easy-to-use tool to find everything they need to know about licenses, boating safety, life jacket and education course requirements they'll need before getting on the water. Whether you're boating in your home area or planning... Continue reading

June

Scott Zeien

boat usage, boating, Kingman Yacht Center, Safe Boating

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Boat on Course Videos are a Great Way to Brush Up on Boating Skills

Boat On Course, educational boating safety videos from the National Safe Boating Council, teach basic navigation rules of boating. Watch at your own pace, and test your knowledge at the end of each video. Enjoy the boating lifestyle and remember that a safe boating experience is the best boating experience.... Continue reading

June

Scott Zeien

boat usage, boating, Kingman Yacht Center, Safe Boating

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Performing a VHF Marine Radio Check

For several years, Sea Tow operated an Automated Radio Check System, which was available on VHF Channels 24 to 28 for the benefit of mariners in over 130 locations. However, on October 2nd, 2020 that service was discontinued. The U.S. Coast Guard continues to offer an automated Digital Selective Calling... Continue reading

April

Scott Zeien

boat usage, Safe Boating

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Springtime Boating – Dress for the Water Not the Weather

Have you ever heard about the “Rule of 50.” It says that “The average 50 year-old adult stands a 50 per cent chance of surviving a 50-yard swim in 50-degree water.” Warmer weather is on the way, and it will lure many of us back onto the water in the... Continue reading

April

kingman8

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Getting Your Boat Ready for Spring: Safety Equipment and Paperwork

We have every hope that the 2020 boating season will be here soon. We're all staying at home and social distancing but there are things you can do to get your boat ready to go even if you can't get on board right not. You probably brought lots of your... Continue reading

October

Scott Zeien

boat usage, boating, Safe Boating

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Some Tips on Boating on that Perfect Autumn Day

Many boaters delay pulling their boats for the season to take advantage of that occasional perfect autumn day. Crisp, cool, calm air and bright sunshine make these days on the water very special. Some of the year’s best fishing occurs in the fall, and there’s no better way to enjoy... Continue reading

Safe Boating

Tips on Packing a Ditch Bag

Going Fishing this Season? You’ll Need a Permit for That.

The 2022 Boaters’ Holiday Gift Guide

How to Properly Make a Distress Call on Your VHF Radio

New Discover Boating Safety Map Helps Boaters Practice “Boating Rules Of The Road”

Boat on Course Videos are a Great Way to Brush Up on Boating Skills

Performing a VHF Marine Radio Check

Springtime Boating – Dress for the Water Not the Weather

Getting Your Boat Ready for Spring: Safety Equipment and Paperwork

Some Tips on Boating on that Perfect Autumn Day

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