THE CAPTAIN'S BLOG

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14 Posts
Girl participating in tow sports
3 minutes

Choosing the Right Life Jacket for PWCs and Towable Watersports in the U.S.

Learn how to choose the right USCG-approved life jacket for Jet Ski, Sea-Doo, tubing, wakeboarding, or waterskiing. Get fit tips and ensure towable sport compliance.

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A Fascination with Waves Can Create a Poetic Justice to Our Own Being
10 minutes

A Fascination with Waves Can Create a Poetic Justice to Our Own Being

A fascination with waves can create a poetic justice to our own being. We think of storms as bad, but imagine an earth having never seen a wave formed from...

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Person getting aboard a boat with PFD
5 minutes

Boating in the U.S.: What Safety Equipment You're Legally Required to Carry

Learn what safety gear is legally required on your boat in U.S. waters. A clear guide to PFDs, flares, fire extinguishers, and more per USCG rules. 

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How to Pack for Canoe Camping...with Kids!
5 minutes

How to Pack for Canoe Camping...with Kids!

Pack smart for a successful canoe camping trip with kids. Get essential gear tips for a safe, fun, multi-day family paddling adventure.

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Infant in a Lil Legends PFD in a boat
4 minutes

Kids Don’t Float: PFD Loaner Stations Are Keeping Families Safe

Through the Kids Don’t Float program, the CCGA and Mustang Survival are making kid-specific PFDs accessible, safe, and essential for family water adventures.

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A Very Merry Marinade
3 minutes

A Very Merry Marinade

Often overlooked, the fish collar is one of the tastiest cuts. Add this grilled fish collar recipe to your holiday menu for an easy and delicious way to impress your...

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