More Deep Trouble for Kayakers
By their own admission, most Alaskans will admit to having a knack for getting into difficult outdoor situations. After the first big move to Alaska, it is a wonder we survive first contact with the wilderness just outside our door and lessons it holds for the unprepared. More deep trouble for kayakers is the theme […]
Alaska Coast Guard Labor Day Safety Noti...
An Alaska Coast Guard Labor Day safety notice has been prepared for the last big weekend of Summer. Petty Officer 2nd Class Brett Rielly, a Boatswain’s Mate at Coast Guard Station Juneau, shares tips for safe boating during the Labor Day weekend at the station pier. Boaters can prepare by bringing all the necessary safety […]
Concerns for Vessel Stability: What Recr...
Recreational boaters need to deal with the same stability issues experienced by commercial mariners. Addressing vessel stability will make your next trip safer. Stability problems are a major cause of vessel loss and crew death in the commercial fleet. Recreational boaters can learn from the experiences of their larger commercial cousins and operate their own […]
Handy Booklet Navigational Charts Availa...
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has developed and released a navigational tool aimed at the recreational boater. Known as BookletCharts, these nautical charts available for download and printing at home. Thousands of area charts from across the United States are available and Alaskan charts are well represented in the initiative. BookletCharts come as […]
IMO Updates its Guidance for Cold Water ...
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) Maritime Safety Committee approved revisions of its cold water survival guide during November 2012. These standards were revised due to advancements made in our understanding of coldwater physiology and medical treatment. While the guidance is aimed at mariners, anyone working or playing on northern waters will benefit from its advice. […]