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No Parking Well Just To Unload
Depending on where you live, local government clicks a stopwatch when you park the boat trailer after a day on the water. What's a boater to do?
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Cannabis And Boating
Impairment is impairment no matter the substance. But with marijuana, there is even more at stake — regardless of legality in your state.
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Us Coast Guard Updates Fire Extinguisher Requirements
Ensure your portable onboard fire extinguishers meet new regulations set by the U.S. Coast Guard that go into effect on April 20, 2022.
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Anatomy Of A Boat Collision
We take an in-depth look at the facts behind an actual insurance claim. Who was at fault, and why?
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State Boating Laws Rules And Regulations
Knowing the rules where you boat is important to boating safety for everyone.
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Watersport Laws
If you're participating in water sports this summer, how's your knowledge of the waterway regs for where you're playing.
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Illegal Charters
Illegally operated charter boat operations are more common than you think. Here's an inside look at a Coast Guard sting operation.
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Can You Legally Boat In Another State
It's a big country, but when it comes to boating, each state or territory sets its own requirements. Here's what you need to know about 'reciprocity'.
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Marine Investigators On The Case
Marine investigators tracking down missing boats can end up in some unlikely places.
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