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A Checklist for Life 1. Drinking and boating are a deadly mix. 2. Designate a lookout, particularly for commercial traffic, both day and night. 3. Know the rules for visibility and abide by them, especially at night. 4. Avoid ship channels. Cross them quickly. 5. At least FIVE or more short whistle blasts mean danger 6. If you have the equipment, listen to VHF radio channels 13 and 16. 7. Wear a life jacket, properly fitted and fastened Learn all the navigation rules and live by them * The U.S. Coast Guard Navigation Rules are available from the U.S.
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