America's Boating Club Fort Myers - Ft. Myers Power Squadron

Securing your boat for a hurricane | America's Boating Compass Securing your boat for a hurricane starts with knowing what options you have when it comes to keeping your boat safe during a storm.

Check out the upcoming Virtual Annual Meeting - right from the comfort of your home! Take advantage of being a part of the meeting and the ability to participate in great classes!

Are you ready? The 2021 VAM starts on Monday and runs through Friday, Feb. 26! Be sure to go to the National Meetings page, check out the agenda, and make note of the classes you want to attend. We hope to see you there!

https://www.usps.org/php/reservations_new/meetings.php

Knots to Know: Round turn with two half hitches | America's Boating Compass Use the round turn with two half hitches when you need to attach a line under load to a fixed object. The knot is self-tightening under load.

Making your ditch bag list | America's Boating Compass Keep a ditch bag ready in case you must abandon ship. Stock it using this ditch bag list. Check it at the start of the season.

Help! My boat is taking on water | America's Boating Compass Know what to do when your boat starts taking on water. Although prevention and preparedness are key, have an abandon ship kit at the ready.

America’s Boating Club - Fort Myers would like you wish everyone a Happy Holidays! May you and your loved ones have a wonderful season filled with great memories!

Prevent carbon monoxide poisoning | America's Boating Compass Prevent carbon monoxide poisoning on your boat by learning the symptoms and taking steps to keep you and your passengers safe.

Choosing an anchor for your boat | America's Boating Compass When choosing an anchor, you need to consider your boat’s type and size plus the type of seabed and weather conditions you’ll encounter.

Knots to Know: Bowline | America's Boating Compass Learn how to tie a perfect bowline. Used in sailing and powerboating, the bowline won’t slip or bind under load and can be untied easily.