02-17-2003, 02:31 PM
It is not only the "code of the sea" to help someone in trouble, but I believe it is the law. (read your state boating regulations)
The one thing I would suggest is to keep all of your safety gear checked, updated, and HANDY. It is too often a temptation to tuck that stuff out of the way so you can have your fishing gear handy. Not a good thing to do when seconds count in an emergency.
One thing that is often overlooked is the throwable PFD. Make sure yours is in good condition. These can lose buoyancy over time.
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The one thing I would suggest is to keep all of your safety gear checked, updated, and HANDY. It is too often a temptation to tuck that stuff out of the way so you can have your fishing gear handy. Not a good thing to do when seconds count in an emergency.
One thing that is often overlooked is the throwable PFD. Make sure yours is in good condition. These can lose buoyancy over time.
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