Tip of the Month

Pack a small emergency kit before you head out for the day. Sure you have your food, water, navigation gear, pump and paddlefloat but consider taking it a little further. What happens if you have to sit out a thunder storm on an Island somewhere? Are you prepared to wait in the rain until the storm goes by? Do you have a small tarp, rain gear, fleece sweater and a warm hat? Do you know what to do to minimize your chance of being struck by lightning? Find out at: NASD: Boating-Lightning Protection

Paddle safe.