http://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=622On the water, safety is priority number one. As part of their preparations, boaters need to make sure that they have the latest NOAA nautical charting calendar on hand to avoid groundings or accidents while navigating along the coast. With modern technological advancements, obtaining the latest charting [...]Shawn,JeffersonWed, 01 Feb 2012 15:40:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=620Shawn,JeffersonTue, 24 Jan 2012 18:42:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=616The USCG Boating Safety Division’s new PSA entitled “Grandpa” has been released for distribution. The :30 spot stresses the dangers of operator inattention and encourages all boaters to take a safety course, wear a life jacket and always act responsibly on the water.Shawn,JeffersonWed, 30 Nov 2011 17:27:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=615The United States Coast Guard strongly urges mariners and boaters alike to check their Mustang Survival PFDs. Mustang Survival is voluntarily recalling all model number MD2010 and MD2012 inflatable Personal Flotation Devices (PFD's) sold in the United States during 2011. Please review the attachment [...]Shawn,JeffersonTue, 29 Nov 2011 17:21:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=614Recently, Orion has received notice of repeated product failures (signals failing to launch and/or ignite) related to these older XLTs and 12 gauge shells utilizing the orange ABS plastic. Download the Notification of Product Replacement Program for certain Un-Expired VDS. Shawn,JeffersonFri, 18 Nov 2011 16:07:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=610 Produced under a grant administered by the U.S. Coast Guard, from the Sport Fish Restoration & Boating Trust Fund, the Water Sports Foundation has teamed up with Bonnier Publishing to create a campaign that will support and extend the reach of the Coast Guard’s Boat Responsibly campaign. View their [...]Shawn,JeffersonFri, 04 Nov 2011 14:01:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=601The US Coast Guard has partnered with the American Canoe Association, and the US Geological Survey to promote safe paddling on the nation's rivers. If you're planning to paddle, know your limits, and check water conditions. Shawn,JeffersonFri, 23 Sep 2011 14:20:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=588The US Coast Guard's Boating Safety Division is currently fielding its 2011 National Recreational Boating Survey. This survey is a key element in the overall Coast Guard boating safety strategic plan to reduce fatalities, injuries, and property damages.Shawn,JeffersonFri, 23 Sep 2011 14:07:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=595A series of parasail incidents resulting in fatalities and injuries have occurred over the last few years. Several marine casualty investigations are ongoing and some are near completion. Common causal factors are being identified in addition to causal factors that are unique to a specific event. The [...]Shawn,JeffersonWed, 21 Sep 2011 18:06:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=593The Coast Guard seeks comments regarding recreational vessel accident reporting. Comments will be solicited online until 5 DEC 2011. To submit your comment online, go to www.regulations.gov , insert ''USCG-2011-0674'' into the ''Keyword'' box, and hit return. Scroll down and select "Submit a Comment" [...]www.regulations.gov, insert ''USCG-2011-0674'' into the ''Keyword'' box, and hit return. Scroll down and select "Submit a Comment" for the notice titled "Recreational Vessel Accident Reporting; Request for Comments (Federal Register Publication)."]]>Shawn,JeffersonFri, 16 Sep 2011 20:54:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=592The Coast Guard seeks solutions to prevent propeller strike and carbon monoxide causalities. Comments will be solicited online until 25 NOV 2011. To submit your comment, go to www.regulations.gov , insert ''USCG-2011-0497'' into the ''Keyword'' box, and hit return. Scroll down and select "Submit a [...]www.regulations.gov, insert ''USCG-2011-0497'' into the ''Keyword'' box, and hit return. Scroll down and select "Submit a Comment" for the notice titled "Recreational Vessel Accident Reporting; Request for Comments (Federal Register Publication)."]]>Shawn,JeffersonFri, 16 Sep 2011 20:36:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=559Regulations of the IHO for International (INT) Charts and Chart Specifications of the IHO has been published. Shawn,JeffersonMon, 12 Sep 2011 14:30:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=555As the Coast Guard’s new marine radio network Rescue 21 becomes operational throughout the U.S., rescue centers can now receive instant distress alerts from commonly used DSC-capable VHF marine radios. However, approximately 90% of VHF DSC distress alerts received by the Coast Guard do not contain [...]Shawn,JeffersonTue, 06 Sep 2011 18:29:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=548Shawn,JeffersonThu, 25 Aug 2011 19:16:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=545In recent months Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRB’s) registration cards have not been matched to the right beacon after being returned from the manufacturer to their owners after replacing the battery or having factory maintenance repairs made. Shawn,JeffersonMon, 25 Jul 2011 18:37:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=547The U.S. Aids to Navigation System is a system maintained by the U.S. Coast Guard, consisting of visual, audible, and electronic signals which are designed to assist the prudent mariner in the process of navigation. The aids to navigation system is not intended to identify every shoal or obstruction [...]Shawn,JeffersonTue, 28 Jun 2011 14:01:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=530The Small Vessel Reporting System (SVRS), a voluntary program offered by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), helps boaters report their arrival to the U.S. at no charge. The program is designed to expedite entry of legitimate boaters, enabling CBP officers to focus their attention on higher-risk [...]Americaneagle,Admin UserMon, 20 Jun 2011 13:56:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=517Every year, the U.S. Coast Guard compiles statistics on reported recreational boating accidents. View the 2010 report. Shawn,JeffersonWed, 15 Jun 2011 14:12:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=556Spring is around the corner and nearly 13 million registered boaters in the U.S. are priming to hit the water. As part of their preparations, boaters need to make sure that they have the latest NOAA nautical charts on hand to avoid groundings or accidents while navigating along the coast. With modern [...]Shawn,JeffersonFri, 03 Jun 2011 19:48:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=489Make sure that the radio you're buying complies with the latest requirements! On March 25, 2011, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) prohibited the manufacture, importation, sale, and installation of fixed-mount (non-portable) digital selective calling DSC–equipped marine radios that do not [...]Americaneagle,Admin UserFri, 01 Apr 2011 19:20:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=463PIRACY OFF THE COAST OF SOMALIA AND EASTERN AFRICA Boaters at High Risk of Attack/Piracy in the Gulf of Aden, Arabian Sea, Somali Basin, and western Indian Ocean. U.S. Coast Guard Urging Americans already in these waters to register with the Maritime Security Centre. Americaneagle,Admin UserWed, 02 Mar 2011 16:00:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=438This report provides data and analysis on the 2010 National Life Jacket Wear Rate Observation Study with comparison information from the previous eleven year's studies (1999-2009). Tracking changes in life jacket wear rates over time provides important statistics for those individuals and groups responsible [...]Danielle,WheltonWed, 02 Feb 2011 14:20:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=439The U.S. Coast Guard has identified a potential hazard in Type I Personal Flotation Devices that could prevent proper donning in the event of an emergency. Please click the link above to download a PDF with this important information. Danielle,WheltonWed, 02 Feb 2011 14:17:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=429This article from the Fall/Winter of 2010 is devoted to recreational boating safety. 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Salinee,GoldenbergWed, 19 Aug 2009 19:00:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=25Trident rubber reported approx. 265 defective trident marine LP gas 20 inch pigtail hoses manufactured by M.B. Sturgis Inc. have been distributed to marine retail outlets and possibly sold to customers. Americaneagle,Admin UserSat, 25 Jul 2009 15:26:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=172The following Information Sheets express the U.S. Coast Guard's position on selected issues involving Recreational Boating Safety. These information sheets are for use by members of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, other recreational boating safety advocacy groups, and the general public. Americaneagle,Admin UserSat, 25 Jul 2009 15:12:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=27Consolidated North American Standard-Wearable PFDsAmericaneagle,Admin UserFri, 24 Jul 2009 15:31:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=26Kidde has issued a recall for several of their marine type fire extinguishers.Americaneagle,Admin UserFri, 24 Jul 2009 15:28:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=363Propeller Safety Brochure Available.Salinee,GoldenbergFri, 24 Jul 2009 15:21:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=21If you possess a 25MM converter for firing 12-gauge shells and such converter was or may have been manufactured before 1997, Orion wants to send you a new converter at no charge to assure you have all the equipment you need to fire your aerial signals.Americaneagle,Admin UserFri, 24 Jul 2009 15:19:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=318Use of 121.5/243 MHZ EPIRBs to be discontinued January 1, 2007.Americaneagle,Admin UserFri, 24 Jul 2009 15:16:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=176The Coast Guard has requested all wireless providers to remove *CG used to reach the Coast Guard for maritime emergency assistance.Americaneagle,Admin UserFri, 24 Jul 2009 15:10:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=66Improperly discarded EPIRBs can lead to false distress calls and costly responses by rescuers.Andy,BehrFri, 24 Jul 2009 15:07:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=82The U. S. Coast Guard reminds parents that their children should always wear a life jacket while boating.Andy,BehrFri, 24 Jul 2009 13:34:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=76Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas. It is produced when a carbon-based fuel-such as gasoline, propane, charcoal, or oil-burns. Sources on your boat may include engines, gas generators, cooking ranges, and space and water heaters.Americaneagle,Admin UserThu, 02 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://www.uscgboating.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=170The Coast Guard plans to distribute a beach safety video along the Oregon and Washington coasts in an effort to remind beachgoers to use caution while on the beach.Americaneagle,Admin UserFri, 12 Jun 2009 15:03:00 GMT