Most boating incidents occur in good visibility and calm waters. Essential safety items include life jackets, visual and audio signals, and a VHF radio. A first aid kit, GPS, and fire extinguisher are ...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WMBD) — The Illinois Department of Natural Resources and Illinois Conservation Police shared some boating safety tips on Tuesday. This is part of National Safe Boating Week, which ...

SOUTH HAVEN, Mich. — As the Fourth of July weekend approaches, many in West Michigan will head to the water. Thousands are expected to take to the beach and onto boats for the holiday, and the Van ...

NewsChannel 13 went boating with Alpin Haus employees on the Great Sacandaga Lake for some boating safety tips. It comes amid a number of boating tragedies in our area. Alpin Haus said boaters should ...

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - The United States Coast Guard (USCG) and the Coast Guard Auxiliary are celebrating National Safe Boating Week this week. In honor of National Safe Boating Week, the ...

An increase in first-time boaters could lead to more boating accidents over the holiday weekend, according to the Water Sports Foundation. The number of first-time boat buyers increased by 35% in 2020 ...

The Fourth of July is one of the most exciting days of the summer. It's a day filled with family and friends, food, drinks, and (of course) fireworks. However, it's also the holiday that sees the most ...

JOHNSON COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) - As we start to see warmer temperatures here in Eastern Iowa, marinas are opening and many people are dusting off their boats for the season. But a nice day on the water ...

BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (WTNH) — It’s the unofficial start to summer with Memorial Day weekend, which means many will have their boats out on the water. Here are some tips to ensure boaters are taking the ...

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Lake Mead is preparing for thousands of visitors who will spend the Memorial Day weekend boating, swimming, and enjoying other recreational activities. Boating Lake Mead is ...