THIS Emergency Boat Maneuver Could Save A Life! | BoatUS

Knowing emergency boat handling techniques is crucial, especially how to perform a quick avoidance turn to steer clear of unexpected hazards. This boating tutorial highlights why the avoidance turn maneuver is important, teaching you how to keep your boat safe from obstacles -- and it may even save a life. Always prioritize safety on the water! For more hand-on powerboat training, search for a BoatUS Foundation On-Water Training partner near you at https://www.boatus.org/on-water. CHAPTERS 0:00 Why YOU need to know how to do an avoidance turn when boating 0:34 How driving a boat is different than driving a car 0:44 2 types of avoidance turns 0:54 Safety considerations when performing avoidance turns 1:13 How to perform an avoidance turn (two ways) 1:33 Recap 2:07 How to find a hands-on On-Water Training program 🚩Enjoy this video? Become a BoatUS Member today to get 25+ valuable benefits including a subscription to award-winning BoatUS Magazine! https://boat.us/e/sy-join 🚩Visit the BoatUS Magazine website: https://www.boatus.com/Expert-Advice. BoatUS is the nation’s largest association of recreational boaters with more than half a million Members. We provide a diverse offering of services including marine insurance, on-the-water towing provided by TowBoatUS, the nation’s largest fleet, plus boat financing, graphics and lettering, representation for boaters on Capitol Hill, the award-winning BoatUS Magazine and much more. For more than 50 years, BoatUS has made boating safer, more affordable and more accessible. 🚩Download the FREE BoatUS App today to access NOAA marine weather, tides, exclusive Member discounts, and your BoatUS account. Assistance on the water has never been easier with TowBoatUS CONNECT in the BoatUS App — the fastest way to get a tow! https://boat.us/sy-app 🚩Connect with us: https://Facebook.com/BoatUS https://Twitter.com/BoatUS https://Instagram.com/BoatUS https://Tiktok.com/@boatusofficial https://Pinterest.com/BoatUS https://linkedin.com/company/boatus #boatus #boathandling #boating101 #seamanship #boats #boating