By signandglide on Sunday, September 18th, 2016 in Boating Safety.
If you are looking for a magnificent place to go boating, look no further than the waters of Lake Michigan, the only one of the Great Lakes located entirely in the United States. Lake Michigan is the third largest of the Great Lakes. It touches Indiana, Illinois, Michigan and Wisconsin, and both Chicago and Milwaukee […]
By signandglide on Sunday, September 11th, 2016 in Boating Tips.
Often we are so familiar with the laws in our own state, that we forget that other states may have different laws regarding what width are allowed. When you are towing a boat through multiple states, it is important to understand compliance on every road you will travel. Tip: Also, if you relocate to a […]
By signandglide on Saturday, August 27th, 2016 in Boating Safety.
It can be a scary scenario for a novice boater – being on a boat ramp with all eyes watching while you try to maneuver your boat back onto the trailer. Loading a boat can be stressful, so here are some tips to load a boat on a trailer that should take the pressure off […]
By signandglide on Monday, August 22nd, 2016 in Boating Safety.
On the water, minor problems can rapidly develop into a situation beyond your control. For this reason, it is of utmost importance to understand the factors that could cause a problem on the water, as well as how to prevent problems before they happen. Before You Go Preventative is the Best Maintenance – Never cut […]
By signandglide on Friday, August 12th, 2016 in Boating Safety.
If a jet-ski needs to be towed, the biggest concern is preventing the engine from filling with water. Since virtually every manufacturer recommends that towing not exceed 5 mph so as to prevent engine damage, why do we see so many people towing a jet ski at higher speeds? How Jet Skis Operate: Most jet skis […]
By signandglide on Friday, August 12th, 2016 in Boating Safety.
Surfing, parasailing, kite-boarding – we love our water activities in Florida! But when it comes to jet skis, it is important to remember that they are considered a vessel, and as such there are rules that need to be adhered to. To keep everyone safe and compliant, here are the jet ski towing laws for Florida. […]
By signandglide on Friday, August 5th, 2016 in Boating Safety, State Boating.
If you live in Florida, you either own a boat – or have good friends who own a boat. With over 30,000 lakes, 11,000 miles of inland waterways and 1,350 miles of coastline, boating is a way of life in this state. Owning a boat is like owning any other vehicle – you must be […]
By Chris Falzone on Friday, July 15th, 2016 in Boating Safety.
Unless you are among the most dedicated of boat owners that take the vessel out year-round, summertime sees you on the boat more often than any other time of year. Summer is also the time that most non-boat owners get invited to go out on the water. Here are some useful tips for summer boating […]
By signandglide on Thursday, July 14th, 2016 in Boating Safety.
The water, the sunshine, the beckon of the fishing reel – these are the constant calls heard by those who own a boat. And while it is tempting to grab a friend, hop on board your sailing vessel and go, you will have a much more enjoyable (and safe) experience if you take a few […]
By signandglide on Wednesday, June 29th, 2016 in Boating Safety.
Decades ago, the Coast Guard used to answer both emergency and nonemergency calls. But in 2016, you can no longer rely on the CG to come out of any situation – in fact, the only reason the Coast Guard can respond is if the boat is in danger of being lost; or that human lives […]