Boating & Sailing Etiquette
Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada
Control the wake: Always power
down when entering all marinas. The wake of a power boat can
cause damage to other boats that are tied up in the marina and cause
accidents to boats arriving and leaving the marina. When powering
down come to a full stop and switch your boat into reverse and usually
this will kill the wake.
Passing etiquette: When passing another
boat try to keep your distance as your wake can cause havoc to the
boat you are passing. Often an experienced boater will see you coming
and wave you pass,fully expecting some sort of wake to follow but
at least the boater is expecting the wake and there are no surprises.
Be reasonable and flexible: All marinas
are not created equal. Some marinas are high end, the service is
impeccable, the amenities are clean, the hospitality is top notch
while other marinas are simple with very little service or given
the attention they sometimes need. Do not try to compare marinas,
as the differences are like apples and oranges.
Be self sufficient: The west coast
is tricky with weather playing a big part in any boating adventure.
Do not assume that if something were to go wrong that a Coast Guard
boat is 10 minutes away to offer assistance. Always prepare as if
you were to receive no help for days as sometimes the weather limits
the ability for immediate assistance when out on the water.
Conserve energy: When leaving the
boat or turning in for the night it is always wise to check the
stove and the heaters to make sure they are turned off. This is
especially true when moored in a marina where so many electrical
outlets are exposed and, lets face it, no one wants to be part of
a propane tank exploding.
Pet control: Keep all pets on a leash
and do not let them relieve themselves on another boat, a power
outlet or on a water tap. All pet "dodo" should be picked
up immediately in ever case scenario, no exceptions. To walk the
pet, it is best to do so away from the marina and in a nearby field
or grass area.
Lend a hand to fellow Boaters: There
is nothing like receiving a hand from a fellow boater. We all appreciate
it. Remember the old saying, "Pass it forward". When assisting
a fellow boater it is the receiving boat captain's instructions
that are followed. Every captain has there own way of doing things,
regardless of your opinion. Respect there wishes.
Stock proper equipment: Always have
the proper tidal and navigation charts on hand. It is a smart move
to also have every operating manual on board plus some necessities
including a stocked tool box, transmission fluid, hydraulic fluid,
coolant, ignition parts, filters, shore power adapters, first aid
kit and on and on. The more the better for those unexpected incidents
when no one is within miles of you and something goes wrong
Ethical marina conduct: Do not be
a fool and not check in with all marinas thinking you can get away
with moorage without paying or going through customs. This is a sure fire way to develop
a real poor relationship with the marina manager. Do not dump your
waste overboard at the marina or at any time while boating out on
the water. Littering is just not a cool ting in canada. Another
way to guarantee you make some enemies while out on the water.
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