Bay Life Living Issue #4 In California | Page 138

Whether you’re an experienced sailor on a Beneteau sailing yacht, or powerboat, or a novice just starting out, in preparing for a long voyage you should always expect the unexpected when boating in deep waters coupled with mother-nature. Many have been known to encounter high surf, with waves as high as a two story building, creating a scary event in not knowing how to handle a situation the correct way. Boating should not be taken lightly. You should have a general idea of the area, the weather conditions, and the depths of the sea before venturing out. Being prepared and planning ahead is crucial! Your chances of encountering a not so pleasant predicament becomes less likely when you’re aware. You should know that while sailing off into the salty, breezy, welcoming open seas, that having an appropriate marine worthy GPS is very important.

BOATING

BAY LIFE LIVING

founder/designer/chief editor - Steven Vitali

Life Styles Magazine

Story by

Rendi Cloe

Johnson