GENERAL INFORMATION
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• Spare propeller, thrust hubs and an appropriate wrench.
• Tools for necessary minor repairs; first aid kit and book.
• Anchor, extra anchor line; water‑proof storage containers.
• Manual bilge pump and extra drain plugs; compass and map
or chart of area.
• Spare operating equipment; batteries, bulbs, fuses, etc.
• Transistor radio and drinking water.
Know signs of weather change and avoid foul weather and
rough
‑
sea boating.
Tell someone where you are going and when you expect to
return.
Know and obey all nautical rules and laws
of the waterways
.
Boat operators should complete a boating safety course.
Courses are offered in the U.S.A. by:
1. The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary
2. The Power Squadron
3. The Red Cross
4. Your state boating law enforcement agency
Direct all inquiries to the Boat U.S. Foundation information
number 1‑800‑336‑BOAT (2626).
We strongly recommend that all powerboat operators attend one
of these courses.
You should also review the NMMA Sources of Waterway
Information booklet. It lists regional sources of safety, cruising
and local navigation and is available at no charge by writing to:
Sources of Waterway Information
National Marine Manufacturers Association
410 N. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611 U.S.A.
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