According to the U.S. Coast Guard, boating fatalities nationwide totaled to 658 in 2017. That’s a 6.1% decrease from the previous year. Recreational boating injuries decreased by 9.4% as well. Despite these improvements, new boaters still need to remain aware. Boat safety tips are nothing to ignore. Otherwise, someone might fall overboard or receive an injury. Here are the top boat safety tips you should know before a day out at sea. In addition to learning these tips yourself, make sure your friends and family understand them as well.
Snooks are one of the many reasons Florida is considered the “Fishing Capital of the World.” The snook is one of South Florida’s most popular inshore game fish; it’s a fierce fighter, but it’s also delicious.