Navigational Guides & Tips

Use Local Notices to Mariners to catch aid changes, hazards, chart updates, and route limits before departure for safer boat trips.

Navigational Alerts helped Bay boaters track Fleet Week zones, fog, swell, traffic, and short-term weather for safer route choices.

Local Notices to Mariners help boat owners spot temporary hazards, aid changes, and chart updates before leaving the dock with safer plans.

GPS disruptions can affect boating navigation. Learn practical backup habits, crew procedures, and safer chart-checking routines.

Safe passage tips for dredging operations near North Cove Marina, including VHF checks, no-wake habits, night awareness, and closure limits.

Nothing beats the thrill of dropping lines and leaving the home port behind. We all love the peace that comes with finding a quiet, remote anchorage, but going completely off the grid simply does not work for most modern boaters. You need reliable access to local marina contacts, critical safety updates, and emergency alerts. A … Read moreUpgrading Your Marine WiFi: Staying Connected on Remote Cruises

Ohio River high water demands gauge checks, wake control, lock caution, and a clear go/no-go plan before any recreational trip.

Prevent grounding incidents off Southern California with practical chart, tide, depth, backup, and cross-checking habits for safer boating.

San Francisco Bay Safety lessons from the Volare capsize: weather checks, passenger placement, closures, and conservative route choices.

Point Reyes Tides can turn a shore approach hazardous. Learn practical checks for surf, currents, cold water, and exit planning.