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☆☆☆☆☆A slashing hand motion over the neck by a waterskiing participant means cut the motor or stop.
a date and time to contact the authorities.
The purpose of filing a float plan is to provide important information in case of an emergency. A float plan includes a description of your boat, who is on board, a description of the safety equipment you are carrying, where you expect to be, and when you expect to be there. Instruct the person holding the float plan to notify the Coast Guard or other appropriate agency if you do not return within a reasonable time after your scheduled arrival (taking into account weather, etc.).
A float plan should contain the following information: 1. Date. 2. Time to contact the authorities.
A boater should leave a float plan for friends or family ashore.
You can print on life jackets. Check out Paddlesports Warehouse - they offer screen printing on life jackets.
a re flag with a diagonal white stripe
A red flag with a diagonal white stripe
A red flag with a diagonal white stripe
Clearance height under the bridge
At all times on the water
The primary responsibility for a vessel operator assisting a boat in distress is keeping his/her vessel and him/herself out of danger.
Life Jacket
Starboard side
leaking fuel lines
Closing all hatches and doors while refueling
Cause the trailer to fishtail
Constant oil changes must be made. Periodic parts must be exchanged, especially those made of zinc. Debris accumulated in the engine must be removed. Search for possible leaks in the engine.
Keep body weight low with gear distributed evenly.
