Free vessel safety checks

The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary offers free vessel checks for all boaters, from kayakers, jetskiers and yearround recreational boaters.

Also offered are boating safety courses on basic boating skills, seamanship and current rules and regulations.

Vessel safety checks are conducted by qualified members of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.

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