Looking for some last minute gift ideas? Dreaming of sunny warm days spent cruising the Bay? We are too, so we brainstormed our “best bets” to bring aboard. If that special boater in your life is missing any of these things, gather what you can for them this holiday season so they will be fully prepared to shove off at the first sign of spring.
- boat registration
- fishing license
- waterproof pouch with floatation for keys, money, credit card
- knife
- waterproof LED flashlight
- change of clothes with wind/water resistant top layer
- swimming suit
- towel to dry off after swimming or watersports
- cooler
- food, water, and favorite beverages
- hat with a clip
- sunscreen and lip balm
- sunglasses with strap
- small towel to hold fish
- angling gear
- watersports toys
- PFDs with whistles
- VHF radio
- GPS and charts
- first aid kit
- fire extinguisher, horn, flares, and all other U.S. Coast Guard required safety equipment