BeaconsA "Port Hand Day Beacon"marks the port (left) side of a channel or the location of a danger during daylight hours and must be kept on the port (left) side of a pleasure craft when proceeding upstream;with a black or green colored square centered on a white background with a green reflecting border; andmay display an odd number made of white reflecting material.A "Starboard Hand Day Beacon"marks the starboard (right) side of a channel or...more
Using Charts and Topographical MapsCharts are graphic representations depicting water areas including depths, underwater hazards, traffic routes, aids to navigation and adjacent coastal areas. They are intended primarily for the use of mariners to assist in navigation.Topographical Maps are maps of the land areas depicting natural and artificial features of the land, including elevation contours, shoreline, rocks, land features above water and...more
The operator of a pleasure craft will take the following actions in the presence of other persons or properties of the shared waterways activities:stay well clear of swimmers and properties;adjust the speed of the craft so that the draw-off and the wave disturbance generated by the passage of the craft avoid making injuries to persons, erosion of the shoreline or damage to the properties;follow collision regulations, anduse courtesy and common sense so as not to create a hazard, a threat, a stress or an irritant to themselves, to others, to the environment or to wildlife.Boaters should know that it is an offence to put oil, garbage or other pollutants into the water, either accidentally or with willful intent, and not report it immediately to the Canadian Coast Guard. No matter where you boat, it is a good environmental practice and a courtesy to others who use the same waterways to dispose of your black water at a pump-out facility. Check with local authorities if any "NO DUMP" zones exist when planning your trip.Top ten green boating tips:Keep your bilge clean - don't pump oily water overboardUse bilge sorbents in place of detergentsDon't pump sewage in confined waters - use a...more
Portsmouth UK RYA Level 1 & 2 Powerboat training courses and ICC UK powerboat training courses help you to develop the skills and competences needed to operate your powerboat safely under most conditions – provided you select the right instructor, course and location for your powerboat training.RYA level 1 and RYA level 2 powerboat...more
Although you will discover a number of options to choose from when somebody wishes to buy a houseboat, for people that are inclined in the direction of DIY, you'll find several houseboat plans to build a houseboat by yourself. This ensures that personalization, material and designing freedoms are available. If an individual is going to become quite...more
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