For those who have one, the boating season may be upon you or perhaps just ramping up.

Folks who can be on the water all year, I envy you. 

Either way, the timing may be right for this one. 

 

I happened across this video quite by accident (popped up in my que).

After I watched it, I felt the need to share.

It's fairly recent, had a happy ending (meaning the people survived)

and includes quite a bit that I believe we can all relate to.

I am not personally familiar with any aspect of this, only what appears in the clip. 

 

 I do not care to Monday morning quarterback any of the specific actions these men took before, during or after the event.

Also I will not be commenting on any of the advice or equipment recommended in the video.

You can determine what's applicable to you & your boating situation as well as any lessons learned. 

 My own experience has shown that carrying a full load of safety, signaling & location equipment that is well beyond every 'legal requirement', can be a solid plan. 

 

 

Stay Safe

A-Jay

 

 

 

Very informative.  Its sounds like this guy learned his lesson and has taken some steps to ensure it doesn't occur again.

 

Although I wouldn't get caught out on a massive body of water in waves like that with my 18 foot aluminum bass boat, there's still good reason to be prepared.  Especially in the spring/fall when the water is cold.

 

Communication, PFDs, and an anchor with a long rope are always a must.

Great reminder A-Jay, thanks for posting buddy. 

Safety cannot be overrated.  Here's what I do to go above and beyond:

 

 

9 minutes ago, Glenn said:

Safety cannot be overrated.  Here's what I do to go above and beyond:

 

 

 

The ACR ResQLink View - Buoyant GPS Personal Locator Beacon shown in  @Glenn video is IMO

the Single most important piece of equipment in my boat.

Doesn't guarantee anything but it certainly improves my chances. 

A-Jay

Flat out scary...

46 minutes ago, A-Jay said:

 

The ACR ResQLink View - Buoyant GPS Personal Locator Beacon shown in  @Glenn video is IMO

the Single most important piece of equipment in my boat.

Doesn't guarantee anything but it certainly improves my chances. 

A-Jay

Fail to Prepare /  Prepare to Fail

Nice set up.