Sit down
Use a chart which shows the depth of water to plot where you want to go and where you are.
Consult up-to-date charts, and keep a weather eye out.
Don't exceed the limits listed
Don't exceed the limits listed on the capacity plate .
The term for the depth of the water needed to float a boat clear on the bottom is called "draft." It is the distance between the waterline and the bottom of the boat's hull. The draft of a boat is important to know to avoid running aground in shallow waters.
You should keep a good look out in order to avoid colliding with another boat.
You should keep a good look out in order to avoid colliding with another boat.
You should keep a good look out in order to avoid colliding with another boat.
Anchor from the bow rather than the stern to avoid capsizing or swamping a boat.
You should keep a good look out in order to avoid colliding with another boat.
One place to avoid anchoring a boat would be to not anchor it near a launching ramp.
Don't stand up in a small boat.