
"There's A YouTube Channel For That"
from Contributing Writer
Thomas E. Dawson
It happens when you least expect it, when guest come on board or the kids are too excited for a day on the water. Someone isn’t paying attention, and they trip or fall. It is unfortunately a common occurrence at the dock. In America’s Boating Channel, Season 5 you will find tips for avoiding “Slips Trips and Falls” and “Disembarking Hazards.”
“Disembarking Hazards” takes a serious look at how you can prevent yourself and your passengers from making some of common mistakes getting on and off your boat.
“Slips Trips and Falls” looks at ways to prevent slipping, tripping, and falling while underway. Tips like keeping your gear stored properly on your boat goes a long way to preventing shipboard accidents.
Find these and other video shorts at www.youtube.com/@AmericasBoatingChannel
Stay safe on the water!
Thomas E. Dawson
Cape Coral, Florida
Thomas E. Dawson is a member of the Cape Coral Sail and Power Squadron. If you plan of visiting Lee County, Florida, Dawson is the author of two books about boating there, Safe Boating in Southwest Florida Cape Coral Edition and Barret Bonden’s Local Knowledge Recommended - Things You Wish Someone Had Told You About Boating Here! Both books are available on Amazon.
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