It takes effect July 1. Banning random vessel safety inspections without probable cause will reduce boat safety, critics say. Overfishing, water pollution and harming wildlife are other concerns.

Changes to New York's boating rules go into effect this year and every New Yorker who drives a boat must take a safety course or face a fine. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports. Credit: Randee ...

The Guam Police Department announced that the Recreation Boat Safety office on the second floor of Hakubotan building in Tamuning will be temporarily closed on Thursday and Friday due to the U.S ...

A New Mexico State Parks ranger places a life jacket on a child at Elephant Butte Lake near Truth or Consequences. Provided by New Mexico State Parks Mike Smith Carlsbad Current-Argus ...

“The Governor again urges boat operators and passengers to adhere to safety regulations for the good of all, describing as painful and unacceptable a culture of not using safety gadgets ...

Always have a float plan that includes destination, needed items, weather, and tides. Essential items include life jackets, first aid kits, navigation tools, and a VHF radio. Be aware of tides and ...

A 300-mile bike ride in the name of public education - that’s the mission of two teachers who just cycled the length of Vermont. City services are on the chopping block as Burlington’s mayor ...

Brandon Simpson’s bedroom at his home in New Hampshire was decorated with photos of sailboats and beaches. He knew since he was young that he wanted to leave the cold for the sun and sand.

An angler drowned after the boat they were strapped into for safety flipped over on a frigid Colorado lake, officials said. Screenshot of Colorado Parks and Wildlife video An angler drowned when ...

More than 100 cruisers, runabouts and racers (wood as well as pre-1997 fiberglass and metal boats) will be displayed both in water and on land.” — Kathy Jones, Boat Show Chairperson ST ...