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BLUEFIN TUNA AND STRIPED MARLIN HIGHLIGHTING OFFSHORE ANGLING!
SEE PAGE 24 CALIFORNIA BOATING NEWS SINCE 1971
NO. 1241
SEPTEMBER 13 - SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
HEAVING-TO: A RELIABLE WAY TO “PARK” YOUR BOAT AT SEA
BOATING ETIQUETTE WHEN RECREATIONAL VESSELS CROSS PATHS WITH COMMERCIAL FISHING BOATS
FAST FACTS: UNDERSTANDING THE LIFESPAN OF YOUR LIFE JACKET – WHAT TO DO AFTER ACCIDENTAL INFLATION OR EXPOSURE TO WATER
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SB 1066: A Game-Changer for Marine Safety and Environmental Protection
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alifornia’s boating community will see purposeful change with the imminent passage of Senate Bill 1066, a bill designed to address the environmental, safety, and logistical challenges associated with pyrotechnic marine flare disposal. P. 11
GREEN BOATING: STEERING TOWARDS A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
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mid growing environmental concerns, the boating community is embracing “green boating” principles. This eco-conscious approach encompasses boat maintenance, product choices, and responsible boating practices. By adopting these principles, boaters can contribute to a cleaner and healthier marine environment. P. 14
TECH TIP: WASTE MANAGEMENT
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hen we take off on our boats for a local cruise or to anchor among the Channel Islands, we must remember to respect and protect the surrounding natural environment and our fellow boaters as well. This means following a set of laws and best practices regarding sanitation. P. 16