Most boating incidents occur in good visibility and calm waters. Essential safety items include life jackets, visual and audio signals, and a VHF radio. A first aid kit, GPS, and fire extinguisher are ...

A recent pontoon boat rental at Lake of Ozarks has left me longing for more lake days. Pulling a boat into a cove, anchoring off and spending the heat of the day floating around in the water with a ...

Memorial Day is the traditional start of the boating season, which means the start of boat maintenance season. To keep the boat running right, the long holiday weekend is perfect for a few pre-season ...

With nicer weather and summer vacations in full swing, many people are taking advantage of Oregon’s beautiful waterways. On a hot day, swimming and boating can be refreshing, but there are risks you ...

While summer boating brings great pleasure to most, one expert shared a bevy of resources for boaters to stay safe and avoid tragedy as water accident figures climb. Capt. Geoff Fahringer is a 50-year ...

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Arkansas Game and Fish Commission officials are offering five tips for boaters during the summer heatwave. The tips center on the health impacts of sun exposure and water safety.

If you’re looking to escape the city and enjoy some time outdoors, lakefront camping in Northern California is a great choice ...

With National Safe Boating Week in full swing, here's what you need to stay safe on the water this summer 2025 and lessen the chances of injury or worse. The U.S. Coast Guard reported a decrease in ...