Preventers for off wind sailing has always been a popular discussion topic.
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- Feature Articles. Discussions of one or more topics regarding Seamanship, Safety, and best practices afloat.
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- Safety Moments. Short items suitable for a quick read or presentation to a group.
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- Videos. A growing library of streaming content, from weather seminars to member highlights.
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Safety Moment
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Safety Gear, Personal, Overboard
I like to think that the courses and articles and online tutorials are complete and easy to understand, but anyone who teaches knows that the best way to check comprehension is to listen to the questions that are asked. After my “story” in Lectronic…
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Safety Moment
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Dinghy Management
Several years ago, I was asked to serve on the National Boating Safety Advisory Council, which is a group that (as the name suggests) advises and coordinates with the Coast Guard on issues related to recreational boating safety.
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Safety Moment
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Good Practices Underway
Six key points to keep in mind when docking the boat. Chuck explains it all.
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Safety Moment
Subject:
Safety Gear, Personal, Overboard
Coast Guard Safety Alert:
This safety alert reminds all inflatable life jacket users of the importance of performing periodic maintenance on their equipment. Instances of fatal accidents where inflatable life jackets failed to properly inflate have…
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Safety Moment
Subject:
Preparation of Boat and Crew
Racing "Big Boats" on SF Bay aboard a classic wooden schooner highlights the need to brief crew on the specifics of their roles onboard.