7/17/17 news 12 nj

[bgreene]

Reminder to think safety........with a plan and equipment that's within reach to be grabbed.

Could happen to anyone, any time. I recently improved on my readiness.......anyone else please post how you do it:

Life jackets....I now keep on deck, not stored - 1 for each person.
PLB..............Clipped onto my belt, with line so I can hold it up without losing.
Whistle.........around my neck when fishing alone. Sports type, very loud.

If gets rough, life jackets on....if storm approaching, life jackets on before the storm.
Fishing alone cold conditions.....life jacket on.

Plan to upgrade to inflatable jacket, so I can wear it most all the time when fishing alone.