BOAT SMART. HAVE MORE FUN.

Safety starts
before the motor.

A little preparation goes a long way on the water. Watch these short videos before your rental so everyone aboard feels ready, relaxed, and confident.

START WATCHING

BOAT SMART. HAVE MORE FUN.

Safety starts
before the motor.

A little preparation goes a long way on the water. Watch these short videos before your rental so everyone aboard feels ready, relaxed, and confident.

START WATCHING

BOAT SMART. HAVE MORE FUN.

Safety starts
before the motor.

A little preparation goes a long way on the water. Watch these short videos before your rental so everyone aboard feels ready, relaxed, and confident.

START WATCHING

YOUR VIDEO CHECKLIST

Watch. Learn.

Launch.

These quick, practical videos cover the basics every operator and passenger should know. Start at the top or jump to the topic you need.

YOUR VIDEO CHECKLIST

Watch. Learn.

Launch.

These quick, practical videos cover the basics every operator and passenger should know. Start at the top or jump to the topic you need.

Getting Started on the Water

Power boat basics covering safe operation, boating guidelines, and essential water safety practices for confident navigation.

Pontoon & Deck Boat Safety: Enjoy the Ride Responsibly

Pontoon and deck boat safety tips covering passenger awareness, weight limits, swimming precautions, and responsible operation on the water.

Wheel-Steered Fishing Boat Safety: Stay Alert on the Water

Wheel-steered fishing boat safety covering vessel control, movement precautions, trip hazards, and safe fishing practices.

Tiller-Steered Fishing Boat Safety: Control with Confidence

Safe operation tips for tiller-steered fishing boats, including proper handling, steering control, and avoiding common hazards on the water.

Children on Board: Keeping Young Passengers Safe

Safety tips for keeping children protected onboard, including adult supervision, proper seating, and family boating precautions.

Basic Navigation: Understanding the Rules of the Water

Essential navigation rules covering right-of-way, passing procedures, vessel responsibilities, and safe operation around other boaters.

Good Boating Practices: Stay Alert and Operate Safely

Good boating practices covering lookout responsibilities, passenger communication, boat capacity, and proper equipment storage for a safer trip.

Getting Started on the Water

Power boat basics covering safe operation, boating guidelines, and essential water safety practices for confident navigation.

Pontoon & Deck Boat Safety: Enjoy the Ride Responsibly

Pontoon and deck boat safety tips covering passenger awareness, weight limits, swimming precautions, and responsible operation on the water.

Wheel-Steered Fishing Boat Safety: Stay Alert on the Water

Wheel-steered fishing boat safety covering vessel control, movement precautions, trip hazards, and safe fishing practices.

Tiller-Steered Fishing Boat Safety: Control with Confidence

Safe operation tips for tiller-steered fishing boats, including proper handling, steering control, and avoiding common hazards on the water.

Children on Board: Keeping Young Passengers Safe

Safety tips for keeping children protected onboard, including adult supervision, proper seating, and family boating precautions.

Basic Navigation: Understanding the Rules of the Water

Essential navigation rules covering right-of-way, passing procedures, vessel responsibilities, and safe operation around other boaters.

Good Boating Practices: Stay Alert and Operate Safely

Good boating practices covering lookout responsibilities, passenger communication, boat capacity, and proper equipment storage for a safer trip.

Getting Started on the Water

Power boat basics covering safe operation, boating guidelines, and essential water safety practices for confident navigation.

Pontoon & Deck Boat Safety: Enjoy the Ride Responsibly

Pontoon and deck boat safety tips covering passenger awareness, weight limits, swimming precautions, and responsible operation on the water.

Wheel-Steered Fishing Boat Safety: Stay Alert on the Water

Wheel-steered fishing boat safety covering vessel control, movement precautions, trip hazards, and safe fishing practices.

Tiller-Steered Fishing Boat Safety: Control with Confidence

Safe operation tips for tiller-steered fishing boats, including proper handling, steering control, and avoiding common hazards on the water.

Children on Board: Keeping Young Passengers Safe

Safety tips for keeping children protected onboard, including adult supervision, proper seating, and family boating precautions.

Basic Navigation: Understanding the Rules of the Water

Essential navigation rules covering right-of-way, passing procedures, vessel responsibilities, and safe operation around other boaters.

Good Boating Practices: Stay Alert and Operate Safely

Good boating practices covering lookout responsibilities, passenger communication, boat capacity, and proper equipment storage for a safer trip.

BEFORE YOU GO

Three things to remember

We’ll walk you through the boat in person, too. These simple habits help every trip start smoothly.

BEFORE YOU GO

Three things to remember

We’ll walk you through the boat in person, too. These simple habits help every trip start smoothly.

BEFORE YOU GO

Three things to remember

We’ll walk you through the boat in person, too. These simple habits help every trip start smoothly.

01

Listen to the briefing

Make sure the operator and passengers understand the controls, boundaries, and safety equipment.

02

Check the conditions

Weather and water can change quickly. Ask our dock team if you have any questions before leaving.

03

When in doubt, call

We’re here to help. If something doesn’t feel right on the water, slow down and contact Bobbie’s.

01

Listen to the briefing

Make sure the operator and passengers understand the controls, boundaries, and safety equipment.

02

Check the conditions

Weather and water can change quickly. Ask our dock team if you have any questions before leaving.

03

When in doubt, call

We’re here to help. If something doesn’t feel right on the water, slow down and contact Bobbie’s.

01

Listen to the briefing

Make sure the operator and passengers understand the controls, boundaries, and safety equipment.

02

Check the conditions

Weather and water can change quickly. Ask our dock team if you have any questions before leaving.

03

When in doubt, call

We’re here to help. If something doesn’t feel right on the water, slow down and contact Bobbie’s.

READY FOR THE BAY?

Your day on the water starts

here.

READY FOR THE BAY?

Your day on the water starts here.

READY FOR THE BAY?

Your day on the water starts here.

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