James RickardThings to take in your boat
December 23rd 2007 05:00
Here are a few things you should have in your boat. This is sort of the “just in case” stuff and goes beyond what is legally required. Some of it is common sense but, often overlooked and, often, the kind of thing that saves your butt.
Marking devices—it’s usually required to have a flare or air horn—why not have both? You never know when things will go wrong and you’ll need to get the attention of another boater who is passing by.
Flashlight & batteries— Good for signaling or checking out something when the sun goes down.
Extra life jackets—just the thing you need to take a buddy with you on a fishing trip or impress an impromptu visitor.
Hammer—ya never know.
Plenty of rope—always useful to tie up to docks, trees, etc.
Marker buoys—in this day and age, a lot of guys opt for GPS but, a back up never hurts!
Multi-tool—it’s nice to have a single tool that does many chores and it’s even nicer to not bother with the tool box.
Side cutters—even if they’re kind of rusty, it’s nice to have a tool to cut through hooks or heavy wire.
Spare bulbs—these come in REAL handy at night!
An oar—this, of course, depends on the size of your boat but, they come in pretty handy if you can’t get a tow AND some areas require it!
Communication device—cell phone or walki-talki.
This last suggestion is something you do before shoving off—let someone know your plans!
More than 50% of the boating accidents that result in death can be traced to alcohol impairment!
Marking devices—it’s usually required to have a flare or air horn—why not have both? You never know when things will go wrong and you’ll need to get the attention of another boater who is passing by.
Flashlight & batteries— Good for signaling or checking out something when the sun goes down.
Extra life jackets—just the thing you need to take a buddy with you on a fishing trip or impress an impromptu visitor.
Hammer—ya never know.
Plenty of rope—always useful to tie up to docks, trees, etc.
Marker buoys—in this day and age, a lot of guys opt for GPS but, a back up never hurts!
Multi-tool—it’s nice to have a single tool that does many chores and it’s even nicer to not bother with the tool box.
Side cutters—even if they’re kind of rusty, it’s nice to have a tool to cut through hooks or heavy wire.
Spare bulbs—these come in REAL handy at night!
An oar—this, of course, depends on the size of your boat but, they come in pretty handy if you can’t get a tow AND some areas require it!
Communication device—cell phone or walki-talki.
This last suggestion is something you do before shoving off—let someone know your plans!
More than 50% of the boating accidents that result in death can be traced to alcohol impairment!
Until next time--watch yourself and watch your line!
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PS my kit would have to include my Guitar and a sketch pad and set of pencils, or charcoal...
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Since I always carry a small first aid kit in my tackle box, I keep forgetting about those things.
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Beef Jerky and a gaff are my suggestions! *L*
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You're so ecologically minded!
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I'm glad you said that! I just though of this--I should take my guitar on the boat!