Snorkeling from a Boat

Entering the water to snorkel near reefs or sandbars; boater education covers safe anchoring, dive flags, and ensuring one person remains on board when anchored.

Related Terms

Collision Avoidance

Strategies to prevent accidents, including early course changes, clear signals, and adherence to ...

PFD (Personal Flotation Device)

A life jacket or buoyant vest meeting U.S. Coast Guard standards; all states require an adequate ...

Overnight Mooring

Anchoring or attaching to a buoy/dock for an extended stay, often overnight. Requires proper ligh...

Dive Flag

A red flag with a white diagonal stripe (in the U.S.) that indicates divers are below the surface...

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