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This article explores the critical need for skill improvement among boaters, highlighting the limitations of knowledge and experience. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing basic regulations and responsibilities in recreational boating, aiming to educate rather than legislate. By motivating individuals to seek further knowledge through experience, training programs, and effective communication, we can enhance safety and enjoyment on the water. The goal is to create a supportive environment where the fun of boating outweighs any fear, leading to better boating practices.
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Concerns • Non recognition of NEED to improve skills
Concerns • Non recognition of NEED to improve skills. • Clarifying BASIC knowledge & regulations.
Concerns • Recognizing the NEED. • Understanding BASICS. • The LIMITATIONS of some people.
Concerns • Recognizing the NEED. • Understanding BASICS. • LIMITATIONS between people. • Lack of EXPERIENCE
CONCERNS • Recognizing the NEED. • Understanding BASICS. • LIMITATIONS between people. • Lack of EXPERIENCE. • Understanding RESPONSIBILITY
Concerns • Recognizing NEED. • Understanding BASICS. • LIMITATION of some people. • Lack of EXPERIENCE. • Accepting RESPONSIBILITY. • ATTENTION and CARE.
Legislation Drawbacks • Cost • Effectiveness • Enforcement • Boater effect • Industry effect • Implementation concerns
Boaters look to their own for advice - - - a “Me-Too” mentality.
FUN The common denominator in recreational boating !
BOATS & PLANES Many valid comparisons.
Knowledge • Theory – classroom. • Skill – Driving on-water.
Sailors • Established their own training program.
Experience – How can boaters obtain more? • Record trip time. • Dealer programs. (Instruction and Special Events) • “How to Instruct” manuals, for associations.
LIFE Jackets • Enough reasons to sink objections. • A solution to attitude problems.