Red Colors, Red Lights, and Even Numbers: These mark the edge of the channel on your starboard (right) side as you enter from the open sea or head upstream. Numbers usually will increase consecutively as you return from the open sea or head upstream.
As you enter a harbor from the open sea, you see a lighted buoy bearing the number 3. How should you pass it?
entering a harbor from the open sea, ther is a lighted buoy bearing the number 6, how should i pass it
The left side of the channel as a boater enters from the open sea
Since this is a Red Lighted Buoy sighted while approaching a harbour,this is a Lateral starboard hand side mark,IALA region B.To keep this buoy on ur starboard side while entering the harbour.
When you see a green lighted buoy with the number 3, it indicates a safe navigational mark. This buoy typically marks the right side of a channel when returning from open sea, so you should keep it on your starboard (right) side as you navigate. Ensure you maintain a safe distance from the buoy and monitor your surroundings for other vessels and navigational hazards.
Keeping it on your port, passing it to starboard, will prevent your running aground.
Red to the Right, Returning. Keep the red buoy to the right side as you enter the channel.
Red to the Right, Returning. Keep the red buoy to the right side as you enter the channel.
When you see a red lighted buoy with the number 6, you should understand that it indicates a navigational aid marking a channel or hazard. Typically, red buoys are used in conjunction with the lateral system of buoyage, indicating that you should keep it on your port (left) side when navigating upstream or towards the harbor. Ensure you maintain safe distances from the buoy and be aware of any potential hazards in the area. Always consult your nautical charts for specific guidance regarding the buoy's significance.
The best open water swim buoy for safety and visibility is the New Wave Swim Buoy.
Keep the buoy on your port (left) side.
You return from the open sea. You see a red nun buoy. What should you do?