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Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) has been looking after the interests of recreational boaters since its founding by Richard Schwartz in 1966. We are the nation’s largest organization of recreational boat owners, with over half a million dues-paying Members.
We provide a diverse offering of marine services for the recreational boater, including insuring over 8 billion dollars’ worth of boats, operating the largest on the water towing fleet – TowBoatUS, representing boaters’ interests on Capitol Hill, providing financing for boat-buyers, creating quality boat graphics and lettering, publishing the most widely circulated boating publication – BoatUS Magazine, acting as a mediator through our Consumer Protection Bureau and more.

BoatUS makes boating better. We proudly provide a single source of exceptional service and savings for boaters, including marine insurance and towing. We remain dedicated to educating and protecting boaters and their rights – making boating safer, more affordable and accessible.
We offer discounts to our Members through strategic partnerships to save on a variety of services and products. Over 1,000 businesses nationwide offer discounts on fuel, transient slips, repairs and more.

BoatUS provides many resources you need to take care of your boat. Offering expert advice on maintaining your boat, equipment recommendations and safety requirements, as well as consumer protection services and damage avoidance publications, BoatUS has you covered.

Our nonprofit the BoatUS Foundation, provides tools such as online safety courses, to keep boating safe and water clean.

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BoatUS Membership: BoatUS – Boat Owners Association of The United States – is the oldest and largest Membership association of boaters. We pride ourselves in offering service, savings and representation since 1966.

BoatUS Members enjoy over 25 benefits including discounts at boating businesses, savings with national partners, and the highest level of shopping rewards at West Marine. Members also have access to a number of services such as on water towing services, roadside assistance, marine insurance, and boat financing. Other benefits include representation on Capitol Hill, boat graphics and a subscription to the award-winning BoatUS Magazine.

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Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatU.S.)
BoatUS Headquarters
5323 Port Royal Rd
Springfield, VA 22151, USA

Toll Free: 1-800-395-2628
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Website: www.boatus.com
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Services: Keeping you safe on and off the water
2 – BOAT BUILDING & REFITTING: (incl. Do-It-Yourself).
2.6 – Boat Equipment: (Vendors‚ Specs‚ Manuals‚ Reviews‚ Recalls‚+).
2.6.10 – Navigation & Communication Systems.
2.6.10 – ^ MMSI Registration — BoatUS
2.6.11 – Safety Equipment: (Life Rafts‚ PFDs‚ Firefighting Eq.‚ Alarms‚ Medical Kits‚+).
2.6.11 – ^ Life Jacket Loaner Program — BoatUS
2.7 – Marine Suppliers by Country.
2.7.^ – Marine Suppliers: United States.
2.7.^ – ^ Boat Graphics & Lettering — BoatUS
6 – BOAT FINANCING:
6 – ^ Boat Loans
6 – ^ ^ Boat Loan Calculator
7.2 – Insurance Companies.
7.2 – ^ Boat Insurance: (Geico)
7.2 – ^  Road Towing: Boat Trailer
8 – BOAT TRANSPORT:
8.1 – Boat Transport by Sea.
8.1.3 – Towing: (Tugs‚ Towboats‚+).
8.1.3 – ^ Water Towing
8.1.3 – ^ ^ BoatUS Towing App
8.2 – Boat Transport Over-Land.
8.2 – ^ Road Towing: Boat Trailer
12 – BOATING & TRAVEL:
12 – ^ Water Towing
12 – ^ Road Towing: Boat Trailer
Savings: Discounts with local businesses and our national partners
^ National Partners — BoatUS
2.7 – Marine Suppliers by Country.
2.7.^ – Marine Suppliers: United States.
2.7.^ – ^ Boat Graphics & Lettering
2.7.^ – ^ West Marine — BoatUS
12 – BOATING & TRAVEL:
12 – ^ Boating & Fishing Businesses — BoatUS
12 – ^ Travel — BoatUS
Advocacy: Protecting boaters’ rights and promoting safety
^ Government Affairs — BoatUS
^ Foundation — BoatUS
^ Consumer Protection — BoatUS
Online Resources: Boating tips‚ safety courses‚ storm tracking‚ and more
^ Active Storm Tracker — BoatUS
^ BoatTECH — BoatUS
^ BoatUS App: Weather‚ Towing‚ Marinas‚ Fuel Locator — BoatUS
^ Catch of The Month Photo Contest — BoatUS
^ Member-Only Website — BoatUS
^ Member Services Locator — BoatUS  
^ Message Boards — BoatUS
^ MMSI Registration — BoatUS
^ Smartphone App — BoatUS

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– ^ BoatUS Magazine — BoatUS
– ^ Regional boating news — BoatUS
– ^ Boat reviews
– ^ Step-by-step repair projects — BoatUS
– ^ Boat handling tips — BoatUS
– ^ Fishing advice — BoatUS
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0 – GLOSSARY OF NAUTICAL TERMS.
1 – ABOUT BOATS: (w/Links to Maritime Museums).
1.1 – Early History.
1.2 – Recent History.
1.3 – Modern Vessel Types.
2 – BOAT BUILDING & REFITTING: (incl. Do-It-Yourself).
2.1 – Boat Designing Schools.
2.2 – Boat Designers: (Naval Architects‚ Boat Plans‚ Kits‚+).
2.3 – Statutes & Standards.
2.3.1 – National Laws.
2.3.1.^ – Laws: Canada.
2.3.1.^ – Laws: United Kingdom.
2.3.1.^ – Laws: United States.
2.3.2 – Industry Standards.
2.3.2.1 – International Maritime Organization (IMO).
2.3.2.2 – International Standards Organization (ISO).
2.3.2.3 – American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC).
2.3.2.4 – National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
2.3.3 – Classification Societies.
2.3.3.1 – Lloyd’s Register.
2.3.3.2 – American Bureau of Shipping.
2.4 – Boat Building & Refitting Tools‚+: (Vendors‚ Specs‚ Manuals‚ Recalls‚+).
2.5 – Boat Materials: (Vendors‚ Specs‚ Manuals‚ Recalls‚+).
2.5.1 – Wood: (Carvel‚ Clinker/Lapstrake‚ Veneer/Plywood‚ Cold Molded‚+).
2.5.2 – Metal: Iron‚ Steel‚ Aluminum‚ Copper‚ etc.
2.5.3 – Ferrocement.
2.5.4 – FRP & GRP Composites: Fiberglass‚ Carbon Fiber‚ etc.
2.6 – Boat Equipment: (Vendors‚ Specs‚ Manuals‚ Reviews‚ Recalls‚+).
2.6.1 – Steering & Thrusters.
2.6.2 – Stabilizers & Trim Plates.
2.6.3 – Dewatering Devices: (Bailers‚ Bilge Pumps‚+).
2.6.4 – Galvanic Corrosion Protection.
2.6.5 – Hull Penetrations & Openings: (Thru-Hulls‚ Scuttles‚ Skylights‚ Hatches‚+).
2.6.6 – Deck Hardware & Equipment.
2.6.6.1 – Ground Tackle.
2.6.6.2 – Commercial Fishing Gear.
2.6.7 – Rigging: (Rig Types‚ Standing Rigging‚ Running Rigging‚ Vendors‚ Riggers‚+).
2.6.7.1 – Sails: (Sail Types‚ Aerodynamics‚ Vendors‚ Sailmakers‚+).
2.6.8 – Propulsion Machinery: (Types‚ Configurations‚ Features‚ Control Systems‚+).
2.6.8.1 –Engines: (Brands‚ Manufacturers‚ Marinizers‚ Resellers‚+).
– ^ Small Outboard Innovations — BoatUS
2.6.8.2 – Engine-to-Marine Gear Interfaces: (SAE Specs‚ Damper Plates‚ Jackshafts‚+).
2.6.8.3 – Marine Gears: (Reversing‚ Reduction; Mechanical‚ Hydraulic).
2.6.8.4 – Shafting: (Propshafts‚ Couplings‚ Seals‚ Bearings‚ Struts‚ Keys‚ Nuts‚+).
2.6.8.5 – Propellers.
2.6.9 – Electrical Systems (DC & AC): (Direct Current‚ Alternating Current‚+).
2.6.9.1 – Auxiliary Generators.
2.6.9.2 – DC-to-AC Inverters.
2.6.10 – Navigation & Communication Systems.
2.6.11 – Safety Equipment: (Life Rafts‚ PFDs‚ Firefighting Eq.‚ Alarms‚ Medical Kits‚+).
2.6.12 – Domestic Systems.
2.6.12.1 – LPG Systems.
2.6.12.2 – Cabin Heating & Cooling.
2.6.12.3 – Galley Appliances: (Refrigeration‚ Galley Stoves‚ LPG/CNG Systems).
2.6.12.4 – Water & Waste Systems.
2.6.12.5 – Trash Disposal.
2.6.12.6 – Furnishings: (Cabinetry‚ furniture‚ Coverings‚ Entertainment‚ Weather‚+).
2.6.13 – Personal Equipment.
2.6.13.^ – Diving: (Commercial & Sport).
2.6.13.^ – Fishing: (Sport).
2.6.13.^ – Racing: (Sail‚ Offshore Power‚ Powerboat‚ Hydroplane‚+).
2.6.13.^ – Sailing: (Foul Weather Gear‚ Safety Harnesses‚+).
2.6.13.^ – Watersports: (Surfing‚ Skiing‚ Boarding‚ Tubing‚+).
2.6.14 – Tenders.
2.6.15 – Boat Trailers.
2.7 – Marine Suppliers by Country.
2.7.^ – Marine Suppliers: Canada.
2.7.^ – Marine Suppliers: United Kingdom.
2.7.^ – Marine Suppliers: United States.
2.8 – Boat Building & Refitting Schools.
2.9 – Boat Builders: A∼Z and Vessel Types.
2.10 – Boat Builders by Country.
2.10.^ – Boat Builders: Canada.
2.10.^ – Boat Builders: United Kingdom.
2.10.^ – Boat Builders: United States.
2.10.^.^ – Boat Builders by US MIC.
2.11 – Boat Refitters by Country: (Shipyards‚ Boatyards‚ Riggers‚ Repair Shops‚+).
2.11.^ – Boat Refitters: Canada.
2.11.^ – Boat Refitters: United Kingdom.
2.11.^ – Boat Refitters: United States.
2.12 – Do-It-Yourself Boat Building & Refitting: (Incl. Troubleshoot & Repair‚+).
3 – BOAT MARKETING: (Online Classified Ads‚ Free Magazines with Ads‚ Price Guides‚+).
3.1 – Boat Shows by Country.
3.1.^ – Boat Shows: Canada.
3.1.^ – Boat Shows: United Kingdom.
3.1.^ – Boat Shows: United States.
3.2 – Boat Dealers & Yacht Brokers by Country.
3.2.^ – Boat Dealers & Yacht Brokers: Canada.
3.2.^ – Boat Dealers & Yacht Brokers: United Kingdom.
3.2.^ – Boat Dealers & Yacht Brokers: United States.
3.3 – Importing & Exporting.
3.4 – Auctions & Sales: (Government‚ Seizure‚ Foreclosure‚ Repo‚ Insurance‚ Donation‚+).
3.5 – Do-It-Yourself Private Boat Sales: (Buyers & Sellers).
4 – BOAT INSPECTION:
4.1 – Types of Marine Surveys.
4.2 – Marine Surveyors by Country.
4.2.^ – Marine Surveyors: Canada.
4.2.^ – Marine Surveyors: United Kingdom.
4.2.^ – Marine Surveyors: United States.
4.3 – Marine Surveying Schools.
4.4 – Do-It-Yourself Boat Inspections.
5 – BOAT TITLES & VESSEL REGISTRY:
5.1 – Boat Titles & Registration.
5.2 – Vessel Registry: (Documentation‚ Licensing‚+).
5.2.1 – Vessel Title Companies by Country.
5.2.1.^ – Vessel Title Companies: Canada.
5.2.1.^ – Vessel Title Companies: United Kingdom.
5.2.1.^ – Vessel Title Companies: United States.
6 – BOAT FINANCING:
6.1 – Banks.
6.2 – Credit Unions.
7 – BOAT INSURANCE:
7.1 – Types of Insurance Policies.
7.2 – Insurance Companies.
7.3 – Insurance Agencies by Country.
7.3.^ – Insurance Agencies: Canada.
7.3.^ – Insurance Agencies: United Kingdom.
7.3.^ – Insurance Agencies: United States.
7.4 – Claim Processing.
7.4.1 – Filing a Claim.
7.4.2 – Repair Facility Claim Procedures.
7.4.3 – Claim Resolution.
7.4.4 – Subrogation.
7.4.5 – Claim Cases.
8 – BOAT TRANSPORT:
8.1 – Boat Transport by Sea.
8.1.1 – Piggyback.
8.1.2 – Delivery Skippers & Crews.
8.1.3 – Towing: (Tugs‚ Towboats‚+).
8.2 – Boat Transport Over-Land.
8.2.1 – Boat Transporters: (by type and size).
9 – BOAT HAULING & LAUNCHING:
9.1 – Hoists by Country: (Drydocks‚ Ways‚ Lifts‚ Elevators‚ Cranes‚ Lifts‚+).
9.1.^ – Hoists: Canada.
9.1.^ – Hoists: United Kingdom.
9.1.^ – Hoists: United States.
9.2 – Launch Ramps by Country: (Public & Private).
9.2.^ – Launch Ramps: Canada.
9.2.^ – Launch Ramps: United Kingdom.
9.2.^ – Launch Ramps: United States.
10 – BOAT MOORAGE & STORAGE:
10.1 – Moorage & Storage Builders: (Moorings‚ Marinas‚ Docks‚ Racks‚ Stacks‚ Lifts‚+).
10.2 – Anchorages by Country.
10.2.^ – Anchorages: Canada.
10.2.^ – Anchorages: United Kingdom.
10.2.^ – Anchorages: United States.
10.3 – Marinas by Country.
10.3.^ – Marinas: Canada.
10.3.^ – Marinas: United Kingdom.
10.3.^ – Marinas: United States.
10.4 – Yards‚ Racks & Stacks by Country.
10.4.^ – Yards‚ Racks & Stacks: Canada.
10.4.^ – Yards‚ Racks & Stacks: United Kingdom.
10.4.^ – Yards‚ Racks & Stacks: United States.
11 – BOATING ORGANIZATIONS: (Cruising Clubs‚ Educational‚ Gov Aux+).
11.1 – Yacht Clubs by Country.
11.1.^ – Yacht Clubs: Canada.
11.1.^ – Yacht Clubs: United Kingdom.
11.1.^ – Yacht Clubs: United States.
11.2 – Sailing Clubs by Country.
11.2.^ – Sailing Clubs: Canada.
11.2.^ – Sailing Clubs: United Kingdom.
11.2.^ – Sailing Clubs: United States.
11.3 – Boat Owner Associations.
12 – BOATING & TRAVEL:
– ^ Keep Your Canine Crew Happy — BoatUS
12.1 – Events by Country: (Festivals‚ Rendezvous‚ Cruises‚ Races‚ Derbies+).
12.1.^ – Events: Canada.
12.1.^ – Events: United Kingdom.
12.1.^ – Events: United States.
12.2 – Destinations by Country: (Moorings‚ Attractions‚ Food‚ Lodging+).
12.2.^ – Destinations: Canada.
12.2.^ – Destinations: United Kingdom.
12.2.^ – Destinations: United States.
12.3 – Weather‚ Tides & Currents:
^ Smartphone App — BoatUS
12.4 – Boat Rentals & Charters by Country: (Fishing‚ Barefoot‚ Crewed+).
12.4.^ – Boat Rentals & Charters: Canada.
12.4.^ – Boat Rentals & Charters: United Kingdom.
12.4.^ – Boat Rentals & Charters: United States.
12.5 – Licensed Masters: (Sea Trials‚ Deliveries‚+).
12.6 – Commercial Passage: (Cruises‚ Freighters‚ RV Barge Cruises‚+).
12.7 – Member Voyages.
13 – BOATING & MARITIME EDUCATION: (Operator Qualification‚+).
13.1 – Boating Safety Classes by Country: (Pleasure Craft Operator’s Cards‚+).
13.1.1 – Boating Safety: (Accidents‚ Prevention‚ Man-Overboard‚ Search & Rescue‚+).
13.2 – Boating & Seamanship Training.
– ^ Hands-On Boat Handling For Women — BoatUS
– ^ How To Convert UTC To Local Time — BoatUS
– ^ Hurricanes & Hurricane Preparation — BoatUS
– ^ ^ 1. What To Expect From A Hurricane — BoatUS
– ^ ^ 2. Where To Keep Your Boat During A Hurricane — BoatUS
– ^ ^ 3. How To Find And Fix Potential Breaking Points On Your Boat — BoatUS
– ^ ^ 4. How To Develop A Hurricane Prep Plan — BoatUS
– ^ ^ 5. What To Do After A Hurricane — BoatUS
– ^ ^ 6. Hurricane Prep Saves During Hurricane Florence — BoatUS
– ^ ^ After The Hurricane: Lessons from the BoatUS CAT Team — BoatUS
– ^ ^ Anatomy of a Nor'easter — BoatUS
– ^ ^ Boat Hurricane Preparation: The Dos and Don'ts — BoatUS
– ^ ^ Boat Hurricane Rescue — BoatUS
– ^ ^ BoatUS CAT Team is on the Scene — BoatUS
– ^ ^ BoatUS Foundation and USPS Hurricane Preparation for Boaters Course — BoatUS
– ^ ^ — BoatUS
– ^ ^ — BoatUS
– ^ ^ Canals: The Ultimate Hurricane Holes — BoatUS
– ^ ^ Chafe Protection in Storms — BoatUS
– ^ ^ Hit Hard By Hurricane Irene — BoatUS
– ^ ^ How Not To Read A Hurricane Map — BoatUS
– ^ ^ How Secure is Your Marina Likely to be in a Hurricane? — BoatUS
– ^ ^ How To Read A Hurricane Chart — BoatUS
– ^ ^ Hurricane Prep 101 — BoatUS
– ^ ^ Hurricanes 2019 — BoatUS
– ^ ^ Hurricane Categories — BoatUS
– ^ ^ Hurricane Season 2017: Who Is Back In Business — BoatUS
– ^ ^ Moorings That Can Stay Put in a Hurricane — BoatUS
– ^ ^ "Pickling" Your Engine — BoatUS
– ^ ^ — BoatUS
– ^ ^ Preparing For A Hurricane — BoatUS
– ^ ^ Sample Marina Plans — BoatUS
– ^ ^ Sifting Through Sandy — BoatUS
– ^ ^ Storm Spurs Canal Cooperation — BoatUS
– ^ ^ Storm Tips — BoatUS
– ^ ^ Strap Down Boats Stored Ashore — BoatUS
– ^ ^ Superstorm Sandy: BoatUS's CAT Team Takes On Its Biggest Challenge Ever — BoatUS
– ^ ^ Surviving The Storm — BoatUS
– ^ ^ The Line on Hurricanes — BoatUS
– ^ ^ The Protection Of A Hurricane Hole — BoatUS
– ^ ^ Storm Anchoring: A Success Story — BoatUS
– ^ ^ The 2020 Atlantic Hurricane Season Is Heating Up — BoatUS
– ^ ^ Volunteers Mobilize In The Wake Of Hurricane Harvey — BoatUS
– ^ Where To Anchor — BoatUS
13.2.1 – Seamanship Schools.
13.2.2 – Sailing Schools.
13.2.3 – One-On-One Training.
13.3 – Maritime Schools.
13.3.1 – Captain’s License Classes & Testing.
14 – MARINE LAWS & REGULATIONS:
14.1 – Marine Laws & Regulations: (Operator Vessel & Equipment Requirements‚+).
14.1.^ – Laws: Canada.
14.1.^ – Laws: United Kingdom.
14.1.^ – Laws: United States.
14.2 – Admiralty Law.
14.2.1 – International Treaties: (SOLAS‚ MARPOL‚ COLREGS‚+).
14.3 – Insurance Law.
14.4 – Personal Injury.
14.5 – Product Liability.
14.6 – Consumer Protection.
14.7 – Lawyers.
14.7.^ – Law Firms: Canada.
14.7.^ – Law Firms: United Kingdom.
14.7.^ – Law Firms: United States.
14.8 – Investigators‚ Consultants & Expert Witnesses.
14.9 – Case Examples.
15 – DO-IT-YOURSELF (DIY):
15.1 – DIY Boat Building & Refitting: (Incl. Maintenance‚ Repair‚+).
15.2 – DIY Private Boat Sales: (Buyers & Sellers).
15.3 – DIY Boat Inspections (Pre-Survey‚ Pre-Purchase‚ Pre-Sale‚ Pre-Voyage‚ Trials‚+).
15.4 – DIY Schools & Classes (Boat Building‚ Refitting‚ Inspecting‚ Repair‚+).
16 – MEDIA w/Creator Directory: (Authors‚ Editors‚ Publishers‚+) + Academy eLibrary.
16.1 – Articles: (incl. Forum Posts‚ Tech Tips‚ Tech Notes‚+).
– ^ BoatUS Magazine — BoatUS
– ^ ^ Seaworthy Magazine — BoatUS
– ^ Regional boating news — BoatUS
– ^ Boat reviews
– ^ Step-by-step repair projects — BoatUS
– ^ Boat handling tips — BoatUS
– ^ Fishing advice — BoatUS
16.2 – Books: (Bound‚ eBooks‚+).
16.3 – Magazines: (incl. Back Issues‚+).
– ^ BoatUS Magazine — BoatUS
– ^ ^ Seaworthy Magazine — BoatUS
16.4 – Product Documentation: (SpecSheets‚ Installation Dwg‚ Manuals‚ Parts Books‚+).
16.5 – Videos: (How-to-Tutorials‚ Documentaries‚ Travelogues‚+).
16.6 – Websites: (w/Links).
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Books:
7 – BOAT INSURANCE:
7.4 – Claim Processing.
7.4.5 – Claim Cases.
7.4.5 – ^ Seaworthy: Essential Lessons… — Robert A. Adriance – BoatU.S.
Magazines:
– ^ BoatUS Magazine
– ^ Seaworthy Magazine
7.4.5 – ^ Seaworthy: Essential Lessons… — Robert A. Adriance – BoatU.S.
Videos:
ΞTitleΞ – + (ΞNotesΞ) — ΞCreatorΞ – ΞSourceΞ
– ^ Hurricane Playlist: Play All — BoatUS
– ^ ^ 1. Hurricane Playlist Intro — BoatUS
– ^ ^ 2. Create a Hurricane Plan for Your Boat — BoatUS
– ^ ^ 3. How to Choose the Best Marina for a Hurricane or Storm — BoatUS
– ^ ^ 4. Preparing Your Boat for a Hurricane — BoatUS
– ^ ^ 5. How to Tie Up Your Boat for a Hurricane or Storm — BoatUS
– ^ ^ 6. How to Hang Boat Fenders for a Hurricane or Storm — BoatUS
– ^ ^ 7. How to Tie a Clove Hitch Knot — BoatUS
– ^ ^ 8. How To Make a Fender Board to Protect Your Boat — BoatUS
– ^ ^ 9. Here's What to Do With Your Boat After A Hurricane — BoatUS
Websites:
BoatUS.com
BoatUS Foundation.org
Other Helpful ResourcesBoatUS
^ American Red Cross
^ BoatUS Foundation and USPS Hurricane Preparation for Boaters Course — BoatUS
^ Department of Homeland Security
^ FEMA
^ Florida Hurricane Debris Cleanup
^ HSUS Disaster Plan for Pets
^ National Data Buoy Center
^ National Hurricane Center
^ NHC Data Archive
^ NOAA Local Tides and Currents
^ NOAA Office of Response Restoration
^ Small Business Administration Disaster Field Offices
^ West Marine Hurricane Prep Supplies
ΞTitleΞ – + (ΞNotesΞ) — ΞCreatorΞ – ΞSourceΞ

From BoatUS.

2 – BOAT BUILDING, OUTFITTING, REFITTING & REPAIR: (Incl. DIY).
2.3 – Statutes & Standards.
2.3.1 – National Laws.
2.3.1.^ – Laws: United States.
2.3.2 – Industry Standards.
2.3.2.1 – International Maritime Organization (IMO).
2.3.2.2 – International Standards Organization (ISO).
2.3.2.3 – American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC).
2.3.2.4 – National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
2.3.3 – Classification Societies.
2.3.3.1 – Lloyd’s Register.
2.3.3.2 – American Bureau of Shipping.
2.4 – Boat Building & Refitting Tools‚+: (Vendors, Specs, Manuals, Recalls,+).
2.5 – Boat Materials: (Vendors, Specs, Manuals, Recalls,+).
2.5.1 – Wood.
2.5.2 – Metal: Iron, Steel, Aluminum, Copper, etc.
2.5.3 – Ferrocement.
2.5.4 – FRP & GRP Composites: Fiberglass, Carbon Fiber, etc..
2.6 – Boat Equipment: (Vendors, Specs, Manuals, Reviews, Recalls,+).
2.6.1 – Steering & Thrusters.
2.6.2 – Stabilizers & Trim Plates.
2.6.3 – Dewatering Devices: (Bailers, Bilge Pumps,+).
2.6.4 – Galvanic Corrosion Protection.
2.6.5 – Hull Penetrations & Openings: (Thru-Hulls, Scuttles, Skylights, Hatches,+).
2.6.6 – Deck Hardware & Equipment.
2.6.6.1 – Ground Tackle.
2.6.6.2 – Commercial Fishing Gear.
2.6.7 – Rigging: (Rig Types, Standing Rigging, Running Rigging, Vendors, Riggers,+).
2.6.7.1 – Sails: (Sail Types, Aerodynamics, Vendors, Sailmakers,+).
2.6.8 – Propulsion Machinery: (Types, Configurations, Features, Control Systems,+).
2.6.8.1 – Engines: (Brands‚ Manufacturers, Marinizers, Resellers,+).
2.6.8.2 – Engine-to-Marine Gear Interfaces: (SAE Specs, Damper Plates, Jackshafts,+).
2.6.8.3 – Marine Gears: (Reversing, Reduction; Mechanical, Hydraulic).
2.6.8.4 – Shafting: (Propshafts, Couplings, Seals, Bearings, Struts, Keys, Nuts,+).
2.6.8.5 – Propellers.
2.6.9 – Electrical Systems (DC & AC): (Direct Current, Alternating Current,+).
2.6.9.1 – Auxiliary Generators.
2.6.9.2 – DC-to-AC Inverters.
2.6.10 – Navigation & Communication Systems.
2.6.11 – Safety Equipment: (Life Rafts, PFDs, Firefighting Eq., Alarms, Medical Kits,+).
2.6.12 – Domestic Systems.
2.6.12.1 – LPG Systems.
2.6.12.2 – Cabin Heating & Cooling.
2.6.12.3 – Galley Appliances: (Refrigeration, Galley Stoves, LPG/CNG Systems).
2.6.12.4 – Water & Waste Systems.
2.6.12.5 – Trash Disposal.
2.6.12.6 – Furnishings: (Cabinetry, furniture, Coverings, Entertainment, Weather,+).
2.6.13 – Personal Equipment.
2.6.13.^ – Diving: (Commercial & Sport).
2.6.13.^ – Fishing: (Sport).
2.6.13.^ – Racing: (Sail, Offshore Power, Powerboat, Hydroplane,+).
2.6.13.^ – Sailing: (Foul Weather Gear, Safety Harnesses,+).
2.6.13.^ – Watersports: (Surfing, Skiing, Boarding, Tubing,+).
2.6.14 – Tenders.
2.6.15 – Boat Trailers.
2.7 – Marine Suppliers by Country.
2.7.^ – Marine Suppliers: United States.
2.8 – Boat Building & Refitting Schools.
2.9 – Boat Builders: A∼Z and Vessel Types.
2.10 – Boat Builders by Country.
2.10.^ – Boat Builders: United States.
2.11 – Boat Refitters by Country: (Shipyards, Boatyards, Riggers, Repair Shops,+).
2.11.^ – Boat Refitters: Canada.
2.11.^ – Boat Refitters: United States.
2.12 – DIY: Boat Building, Outfitting, Refitting & Repair. (incl. Maintenance).

4 – BOAT INSPECTION:
4.1 – Types of Marine Surveys.
4.2 – Marine Surveyors by Country.
4.2.^ – Marine Surveyors: United States.
4.4 – Do-It-Yourself Boat Inspections.

6 – BOAT FINANCING:

7 – BOAT INSURANCE:
7.1 – Types of Insurance Policies.
7.2 – Insurance Companies.
7.3.^ – Insurance Agencies: United States.
7.4 – Claim Processing.
7.4.1 – Filing a Claim.
7.4.2 – Repair Facility Claim Procedures.
7.4.3 – Claim Resolution.
7.4.4 – Subrogation.
7.4.5 – Claim Cases.

8 – BOAT TRANSPORT:
8.1 – Boat Transport by Sea.
8.1.3 – Towing: (Tugs, Towboats,+).

10 – BOAT MOORAGE & STORAGE:

11 – BOATING ORGANIZATIONS: (Cruising Clubs, Educational, Gov Aux,+).
11.3 – Boat Owner Associations.

12 – BOATING & TRAVEL:
12.3 – Weather & Tides: (Sun & Moon, Rise & Set).

13 – BOATING & MARITIME EDUCATION: (Operator Qualification,+).
13.1 – Boating Safety Classes by Country: (Pleasure Craft Operator’s Cards,+).
13.1.1 – Boating Safety: (Accidents, Prevention, Man-Overboard, Search & Rescue,+).

14 – MARINE LAWS & REGULATIONS:
14.3 – Insurance Law.

16 – MEDIA w/Creator Directory: (Authors, Editors, Publishers,+) + Academy eLibrary.
16.1 – Articles: (incl. Forum Posts, Tech Tips, Tech Notes,+).
16.2 – Books: (Bound, eBooks,+).
16.3 – Magazines: (incl. Back Issues,+).
16.4 – Product Documentation: (SpecSheets, Installation Drawings, Manuals, Parts Books,+).
16.5 – Videos: (How-to-Tutorials, Documentaries, Travelogues,+).
16.6 – Websites: (w/Links).


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