The U.S. Coast Guard and Your Rights

The U.S. Coast Guard and Your Rights

When it comes to your rights on a vessel, just remember, you have none. That’s correct, the Coast Guard can board your boat anytime they want, and they can look anywhere they want, with or without a probable cause. But try to remember, they are there to protect your...
Mayday! Mayday! Mayday! This is Semiahmoo

Mayday! Mayday! Mayday! This is Semiahmoo

The VHF radio is one of the most important pieces of safety gear aboard your boat.  Do you know how to properly use it? Do not confuse your VHF radio with a CB radio. “Got yer ears on, good buddy” is not the proper language, nor is using it like a cell phone to visit...
For the Love of Sailing

For the Love of Sailing

I am not a sailor, nor am I even a boater. Just walking the docks on a windy day is enough to bring the green to my gills. But there is something about a sailboat with its colors flying that makes me dream of sailing off into the sunset. This month’s copy of 48° North...
Day Cruise or a Week Long Voyage

Day Cruise or a Week Long Voyage

All it takes is a little preparation, and your boating day trip will be remembered for all the right reasons. First things first: Make sure your boat has a properly fitting life jacket for everyone on board. Be sure you bring along a variety of snacks tough enough to...
A Gadget You Can’t Live Without

A Gadget You Can’t Live Without

Who knows how Goldie Hawn’s life would have turned out if she had been wearing an MOB+ xBAND  in the movie Overboard?  The MOB+ Wireless Kill Switch Basepack is the perfect solution for anyone who boats alone.Just install the x-HUB with the antenna aboard your...