Coast Guard gives boats free checks

The U.S. Coast Guard Auxilary offers free vessel checks for

ll boaters, from kayakers, jetkiers and yearround recreational boaters.

Also offered are boating safety courses, to become acquainted with basic boating skills, seamanship and current rules and regulations.

Vessel safety checks are conducted by qualified members of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and serve to provide the boating public with additional safety tips that could help prevent hazards on the water.

To find a vessel examiner, visit www.vesselsafetycheck.org or call (800) 838-3916, ext. 3.