The Safety Equipment You Really Need for Your Boat
The USCG requires the minimum, so augment its list.
“A whistle is the bare minimum of what you should have on your lifejacket to attract attention. A handheld waterproof VHF radio is just one of many items you should seriously consider adding to your PFD.”
Click to read “The Safety Equipment You Really Need for Your Boat” from Soundings, written by Mario Vittone.