8 Essential Items to Take With You Boating

By James Fletcher

So you have just purchased your new boat. Now it is time to deck it out! So what gear do you need on board? Below is a definitive list that every boater must read.

The items listed below are the items that pretty much any boat should have on board. The items range from safety equipment that is required to comfort items that are sure to make your boating trips more enjoyable.

1) Safety Equipment - Every boat no matter what the size should have required safety equipment. Never go out on your boat without it. Safety items include but not limited too an anchor, flares, life jackets and marine radio.

2) Petrol - Obviously you need fuel to go out on your boat. You should always take at least 50% more fuel than you are expecting to use.

3) Water - Remember to take water, and lots of it. Dehydration occurs a lot out on the open water. People lose track of time and after a full day in the sun most people will become dehydrated. The trick is to drink small amounts regularly. Be careful to make sure children drink heaps of water too.

4) Esky & Ice - This is more for comfort but an esky or chiller box will help keep your food and drinks cold. It can also be used to place any caught fish inside and can also be used as an informal seat.

5) Bait & Fishing gear- If you want to catch fish you are going to need some bait. Shrimp (prawns), octopus and squid are just a few good varieties. Always remember once you have finished boating to take all the bait off the boat with you. Nothing is worse than bait sitting in a boat until the next time you use it. On the plus side however at least you would have some maggots for bait! And don't forget the hook, line and sinkers.

6) Suncream, Hat, Polaroid Glasses & Clothes - Sun protection is vital when out on a boat. Keep out of the sun as much as possible. If you must be in the sun make sure you are wearing all these items. Polaroid glasses are especially valuable for fishing as they cut out the glare from the reflection of the water.

7) Towel - An obvious one but remember to not leave home without it.

8) People - boating on your own is a little boring and also quite dangerous. Always try to take at least another person out with you. Not only will they give you company but they may also help you out if trouble arises.

So remember, before you go boating make sure you have everything you need. A good idea is to write your own list so you don't forget anything.

More great boating, fishing & water sport tips are available at our great web site:
http://www.freeboatingtips.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=James_Fletcher
For more fum ideas go to http://digitalmomento-n-more.com