Safety can be spelled “VHF”
Everyone is getting ready to launch their boats – after all it’s spring!! Necessities on board should include at least one VHF Marine Radio if your boating takes you into any larger body of water where there exists the constant possibility of a storm blowing up high waves quickly. On a smaller inland lake, I have a hard time justifying a VHF Radio, maybe, but certainly a CB Radio is nice so those on shore can get hold of you, or possibly a marine radio receiver with which you can enjoy your favorite music while having fun on the water for the day! Everyone’s needs are unique and have to be analyzed individually. Remember – even on the larger bodies of water, it isn’t required to have a VHF Marine Radio on board for smaller craft, but it sure is a great safety item to have on board! Nice to know that the USCG is monitoring channel 16 24/7 to insure your safety on the water. Be safe and have fun! Happy Boater.