Having these basic essentials readily available will ensure your days on the water are safe yet still full of fun!
✅ Handheld VHF (Very High Frequency) Radio or a fixed VHF to communicate with the coastguard and harbour masters and boat to boat comms.
✅ A sharp knife should you need to cut a rope in an emergency, a must have useful tool onboard
✅ A navigational app like savvy navvy is a useful tool to passage plan but also act as a back up if your main GPS goes down
✅ Enough hydration for everyone on board
✅ A well fitting life jacket for all on on board
We will cover more safety items on future episodes.
Top Tips Video Series
Episode 1 – Are You a New Boater Looking for Some Top Tips to Get Started Boating?
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