Respect other Boaters, the Environment & the Marinas

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Control the wake: Power down entering all marinas. The following 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 following 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. 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.