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By CAPT Mark Poster, CMI Every mariner needs to be aware of the various buoyage systems in your area of operation, and just as importantly,
By CAPT Mark Poster, CMI The occurrence of vessel collisions raises several pertinent questions: despite the existence of the Navigation Rules, why and how do
By CAPT Mark Poster, CMI Book Review: “Boat Accident Reconstruction and Litigation” Third Edition by Roy Scott Hickman & Michael M. Sampsel, contributing authors Jeanne-Marie
Many Marine Law Enforcement and “expert” reports submitted either miss the point of, or don’t understand violations of the Navigation Rules. Specifically, which vessel is
By CAPT Mark Poster, CMI According to the way the Navigation Rules are written, if two vessels are underway (even if not making way)
By CAPT Mark Poster and CAPT Joe Derie Is It Safe To Go Out There? The Beacon, Issue 65 Fall 2021, California Boating Safety Officers
Easy PC – Probable Cause Many states do not require PC (Probable Cause) to initiate a vessel stop, and the US Coast Guard is authorized
Farwell’s Rules of the Nautical Road If you are a Coxswain or Instructor teaching NAVRULES, you will want to be familiar with Farwell’s Rules of the
Skill Development Tips & Passenger Safety This article was originally published in Marine Crimes Today – December, 2021 Over the past 30 years, I have
Mother and daughter rented two PWC’s (Personal Watercraft), and both attended the rider orientation provided by the rental agency at the lake. A rental agreement,