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Lost at Sea
, 02 02nd, 2009
When you’re traveling miles away from the mainland, it’s important to always be aware of your surroundings. It’s easy to get lost on the open ocean, and it’s necessary to have more than just a map or sea chart and a compass. On board, you should have a short wave radio, a flare gun, and a GPS unit. Chances are if you’ve become turned around but were recently in sight of the mainland, you’ll be able to radio for help if you can’t get back. The flare gun is essential for rescue, especially at night. When it comes to purchasing a GPS unit, the maritime Furuno GPS unit is the best value. It’s like a map, compass, and depth finder all in one, and even if all your other tools are useless, it can steer you towards land.
If your motor or sails become damaged and you’re unable to move, you should also always keep a set of oars on your boat. It’s primitive, but when you’re stranded miles off shore, you’ll be glad you have some method to begin moving back.
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