Safe Boating (94)

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How to Avoid Swamping Your Boat

Spending time on the water can be tremendously fun, but it carries some risks. Fortunately, you can reduce those risks if you know critical safety skills, such as how to avoid swamping your boat. Swamping occurs when water gets over the edge of your vessel…

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All About Fire Safety On Boats

Reducing the risk of fire is an essential way to protect yourself no matter where you are, but fire safety on boats is critical. Marine environments have limited escape options, and fires can spread faster on boats than in houses or other land-based locations. It's…

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A Guide to Angling for Beginners

If you're interested in learning to fish, we're here to help! Angling and boating go hand in hand, so it's important to know the safest ways to do both for season after season of fishing and boating. Ready to learn? Keep reading for our guide…

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Do Boating Licenses Expire? Here's What You Need to Know

If you plan to go boating, whether it's a hobby you enjoy every summer or you're driving a boat for the first time, you must be adequately prepared. That includes having the right boating safety equipment, proper boat insurance, and other requirements in place — like…

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Do I Need a License for Wisconsin Boat Rentals?

Boating can be a lot of fun, but to safely rent a boat on vacation or for a weekend adventure in Wisconsin, you need to understand the local rules and regulations. For example, if you don't live in the state where you're renting a boat, do…