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Boating Responsibly!

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Fisher José Chaar

Fisher José Chaar

BOATING RESPONSIBLY!

Responsible boating is a major component of work in commercial fishing and enjoyment in recreational fishing. By adopting simple practices, we can navigate responsibly:

  • Watch your speed, particularly in shallow waters.

  • Do not discharge used water or polluting products into the sea.

  • Provide maintenance your boat frequently. This will prevent toxic substances from contaminating the sea.

  • Always have your safety equipment ready (e g life jacket, whistle, navigation lights, fire extinguisher, emergency positionindicating radio beacon (EPIRB)).

  • Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.

  • Check the weather conditions before going sailing.

  • Deposit your garbage in a container or bag, not in the sea.

  • Prevent your fishing equipment from drifting in the sea (e.g. do not leave fishing line in the water).

  • Protect marine life; keep distance between your boat and animals such as marine mammals (e.g. manatees, whales), among others.

For a more detailed list of recommendations for responsible boating, visit the following links:

Navigator's guide of the Department of Natural and Environmental Resources: https://www drna pr gov/noticias/guia-del-navegante/

United States Coast Guard (USCG) Discover Boating: https://wow.uscgaux.info/content.php?unit=070-02-07&category=boating-safety

Discover Boating: https://www.discoverboating.com/ownership/safety/tips

Boating Ettiquete: https://www.specialtymarine.com/blogs/news/navigating-thewaters-of-boating-etiquette-a-guide-to-respectful-andresponsible-boatingsrsltid=AfmBOordF9PXdOX8sro1oaAm196 ytjfJUl304Kl9ZyMhr6 mquTTPvnv

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CFMC Updates (February 2024)