Even experienced captains make boating mistakes and can benefit from a refresher on essential boating practices. This ensures you have the best day on the water, confident and prepared. 

You were probably having so much fun on your boat that you lost track of the fuel gauge—until your engine sputtered and quit. Luckily, you can redeem yourself by handling this situation like a pro.

Both new and experienced boaters should all take time to master important safety skills, including how to identify different parts of a boat, read channel markers, tie boating knots, improve boat handling, and understand the "rules of the road."

The reduced visibility of fog is the main danger, but along with blocking your vision, fog can cause sounds to bounce around and travel abnormally so it becomes difficult to figure out which direction they’re coming from.

Winter boating season is here! Don't start winterizing your boat just yet—instead, head out on the water and enjoy the scenery. Be sure to dress for cooler temperatures and take advantage of open waterways and less crowded marinas. Read on for more winter boating tips.

Sun safety is an extremely important topic for all boaters. Our Sun Safety guide covers everything from the best sunscreens for boating, to sun protective clothing and utilizing your boat's sun-protection features.

Watersports safety covers a wide range of boating activities, including tubing, wakesurfing, wakeboarding, waterskiing, kneeboarding and more. Follow these safety tips to ensure an enjoyable watersports experience.

Choosing the right life jacket or PFD (personal floatation device) for your preferred boating activities is one of the first steps in becoming a responsible boater. Follow our guide to learn about the different Coast Guard approved life jackets and how to ensure you have a proper fit.

Being proactive and getting prepared before the hurricane or tropical storm hits is extremely important—not only for the safety of you and your loved ones, but also for the safety of your boat.

When it comes to a boat safety checklist, there's a wide variety of equipment that responsible boaters should have onboard. The U.S. Coast Guard requires different items for different boat sizes, but some basic gear should always be kept aboard and inspected when completing your pre-departure checklist.