Websites and Resources for Boaters - updated November, 2021

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Coast Guard Warns of Radio Interference from LEDs
  • In response to ship reports of radio interference from LED lights, the U.S. Coast Guard has issued a step-by-step guide to checking for interference on VHF frequencies used for radiotelephone, digital selective calling (DSC) and automatic identification systems (AIS). Because mariners use these frequencies for communication and tracking of nearby vessels, interference can create a safety hazard. Practical Sailor has been warning sailors about problems with LED lights for several years, and has tested several LED navigation lights for VHF interference.  Click on the link above.
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  • Live Ships Map AIS Vessel Position - see what commercial vessels are in your area - name of vessel, size, destination, etc.  Zoom in on the map by clicking on a region.
Flares
Knots

  • Boating and Paddling Knots - the knots illustrated and animated here include the best knots from the three primary knot categories: Loop Knots (make a loop in the rope), Bends (rope to rope knots) and Hitches (rope to object knots).
  • Fishing Knots - Featuring easy to follow knot tying illustrations and animated knots for tying 50 of the best knots.
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