Boating across Europe: 'A tale of drama and near disaster on the crossing'

Early in 2020, with Covid not even a cloud on the horizon, two Broom Owners Club members, Keith and Carole Rowe, were developing plans for the summer. Their idea was to organise an international gathering of Brooms in Dutch waters, leading the British …

Florida House passes bills increasing penalties for boating offenses, animal cruelty, more

National Safe Boating Week, May 17-23

Three keys to a safe summer Boaters, marinas and boat educators across the country are focusing on ways to take the stress out of summer. On Lake Lanier, members of the US Coast Guard Auxiliary and America’s Boating Club Atlanta are gearing up for the …

San Juan Islands Sheriff's Log April 23 to 30, 2025: Multiple DUIs, speeding violations, boating under the influence....

The disposition codes are: ACT- active; ALS-Advanced life support; BLS - Basic Life Support; CIC - citation issued; CLO - closed; FAL - false; INA - inactive; NR - no report; UNF - unfounded; GOA - gone on arrival; FTA - failure to appear. WEDNESDAY, APRIL …

Seattle welcomes boating season, Montlake Bridge and SR 520 ramps to close for opener

SEATTLE — The Washington State Department of Transportation announced that both directions of State Route 513/Montlake Bridge in Seattle will be closed to all traffic from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday for the 2025 Opening Day of boating season. …

9 safety tips for boating season

ROCK ISLAND, Illinois (KWQC) - Boating season is just around the corner, and safety should be top of mind before heading out on the water. Staff at local boat clubs say it’s essential to check your boat, including life vests and navigation lights, and …

Lake Jacksonville closed to boating traffic

JACKSONVILLE, Texas — The City of Jacksonville has announced lake Jacksonville is currently closed to boating traffic. "Due to recent heavy rainfall, Lake Jacksonville is closed to all boating traffic until further notice," the city said. " …

Safe Boating Week, 3-minute refresher

An engine cur-off kill switch is an important safety feature. Sometimes it’s the little things that mean the most. And it’s so true in recreational boating. Here are six quick reminders to keep your boating season safe. Do you use your engine cut-off …

Safety tips for boating season

Boating season opens at University Yacht Club

Bagpiper David Gregory provided music and this year, the UNG’s Corps of Cadets served as color guard. The tradition continued at University Yacht Club as it celebrated its 75th Annual Opening Day in early April. A gathering of more than 200 people, plus …