GPIRB - The smart EPIRB
This is the first of a new generation of emergency beacons. GPIRBs (Global Position Indicating Radio Beacon) combine the latest...read more
Navigation Lights - Sidelights
During factory and boat show inspections we have observed that many manufacturers of recreational boats do not have a good...read more
EPIRBs - Safety at Sea
Today is the fourth day at sea on your 50 foot commercial fishing vessel. Your fish hold is almost full. After another good day of fishing...read more
EPIRBs - You Bet Your Life
This week's tip is going to focus on "Life Insurance". Most everyone has some sort of "life insurance," right? You pay every month...read more
Float Plans Save Lives
You have decided to go offshore for a day of fishing in your 25 foot boat. The winds and seas are calm. It is an absolutely gorgeous day with...read more
Visual Distress Signals
The most common method that a mariner uses to notify the Coast Guard that they are in distress is via their marine VHF-FM radio. I strongly encourage...read more
Marine Radio Information for Boaters
We had a lot of response when we asked the question; "what courses would you like to see?" One suggestion was a course on radio procedure...read more
Personal Flotation Device
When it comes to PFD's AKA lifejackets, in this day and age, there are 3 major types. They are: auto inflating, manual inflating...read more
