National Fishing and Boating Week, June 1 - 9, 2002
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Boating: How to Boat: Basics

Quick Reference Chart for Federal Requirements
The United States Coast Guard Office of Boating Safety provides a chart of everything you are required to know before you operate a vessel up to 65 feet in length. Be sure to click on each link within the chart for detailed information.
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    More in this section...
      Aids to Navigation
      Anchoring
      Display of Numbers
      How to Protect Yourself from the Sun
      Knots: Anchorbend (aka Fisherman's Bend)
      Knots: Bowline: The Boater's King of Knots
      Knots: Cleat Hitch
      Knots: Clove Hitch
      Knots: Round Turn and Two Half Hitches
      Knots: Sheepshank