<p>Teri not only enjoys writing and the outdoors, she also loves telling people how to stay safe when on the water or when enjoying other outdoor activities.</p>
Are you wondering: do you need a driver's license to drive a boat? The short answer? No. However, that doesn't mean there aren't other requirements and rules you need to follow to legally and safely operate a boat. Whether you're an occasional boater or frequent the…
You're all set for a day out on the boat. You and a couple of friends are kidding about who will pull in the biggest fish, and bragging rights are on the table. You've launched the boat plenty of times and consider yourself a pro.
Have you ever made a mistake and thought about the decisions leading up to it? It's almost like you're going through a movie frame by frame – dissecting how you could have done something differently. After a boating accident, participants, spectators, and investigators wonder what…
According to the U.S. Coast Guard, 445 people drowned in boating-related incidents in 2022. That's more than one person for every day of the year! A number of these deaths could have been prevented by taking proper safety precautions like wearing a life jacket, sailing sober, and…
Every summer, people of all ages get excited and practically race out to the waterfront for boating season. The weather is great, and you have everything you need for a safe, fun time on the water – at least, you think you do. You or…
