Boat Safety

On-Water Training Program: Building Better Boaters One Student At A Time

Five years ago, BoatUS developed a consistent, and affordable on-water powerboat instruction program available for members on their own home waters.

TowBoatUS And The Case Of The Wayward Weather Buoy

After a seven-hour hunt, Captains Trey Tuggle and Jeremy Larson of TowBoatUS St. Augustine retrieve an errant weather buoy with a sea turtle attached.

Boat Sound Signals: Time To Sound Off

When caught in a situation with restricted visibility, you'll need know how to let others know where you're located — and interpret where they are.

TowBoatUS Sandusky Recognized For Service

TowBoatUS Sandusky was honored with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Service Award for continued service to the public and critical aid provided to the Lake Erie community.

The Battle Of The Doggie Life Jackets

You know the importance of wearing life jackets aboard, but what about for your four-legged crewmembers? We tested 10 popular flotation devices for dogs, and here's what we found.

Everything You Need To Know About Your Boat's Bilge Pump

Knowing how different bilge pumps work, how many you should have, and how to spot installation problems are important to understanding these vital pieces of safety equipment.

TowBoatUS Grand Lake Volunteers For Grand River Dam Authority Cleanup

Each fall GRDA hosts an annual volunteer Adopt the Shoreline cleanup, last year TowBoatUS Grand Lake was invited to participate.

U.S. Coast Guard Updates Fire Extinguisher Requirements

Ensure that your portable onboard fire extinguishers meet new regulations set by the U.S. Coast Guard that go into effect on April 20, 2022.

Freed From A Sticky Situation

Having run aground, TowBoatUS and Capt. Zachary were there through the night to make sure we were safe and OK.