Coast Guard asks boaters to label, properly secure kayaks, canoes, paddleboards

Through the Operation Paddle Smart Program, the Coast Guard offers a free, weatherproof and reflective, self-adhesive “If Found” decal to be placed in a visible location on small, human-powered (unregistered) watercraft.
BOSTON — The Coast Guard is asking the public to label their kayaks, canoes and stand-up paddleboards with their name and phone number after an influx of cases this summer...
Coast Guard urges paddlesport enthusiasts to take precautions on the water

NEW YORK — The Coast Guard is reminding paddlesport enthusiasts to take precautions to ensure safe trips and increase survivability on the water.
Paddlesports consisting of rowboats, canoes, kayaks and standup paddleboards, are the fastest growing segment of recreational boating.
Despite air temperatures reaching 60 degrees recently, water temperatures remain below 50 degrees. Under these conditions,...