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Just Say "No" To Teak Surfing!

Photo | safetyxchange.org

It's boating season pretty much everywhere right now and while we all enjoy the sun, fun and company of good friends, it's important we don't ruin the moment by undertaking dangerous activities such as "teak surfing" (also called "drag surfing"). YouTube videos abound featuring happy-go-lucky youths holding onto the swim platform of an underway boat, often letting go to body surf in the wake. In some instances, swimmers body surf back to the boat and grab the swim platform again. Sure, it looks and sounds harmless enough, especially if you ignore the obvious possibility of another boat running over the person body surfing in the wake, but there are other, hidden dangers that will certainly ruin your day on the water.

THE DEADLY PROPELLER
Any experienced boater will warn people in the water behind the boat: "Beware the prop!" Even when the engine is turned off, a boat's prop can cause serious injury to inattentive swimmers. How many of us have accidentally bumped into it when re-boarding via the swim platform ladder? Props are sharp blades, by design, and can cause severe, even lethal, lacerations - just ask a manatee. One can easily imagine the damage a moving prop can inflict on a person who gets too close to it while teak surfing.

THE DEADLY GAS

Diagram | AZ Game & Fish Dept.

While proximity to the prop is bad enough, the United States Coast Guard is particularly concerned with teak surfers' proximity to the engine's exhaust ports which emit lethal carbon monoxide. As explained on the USCG website:

Although teak surfing is not illegal in some states,¹ it is extremely dangerous due to the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning and sudden loss of consciousness resulting in death.

Carbon monoxide ("CO") is odorless and tasteless, therefore, undetectable until symptoms first appear. The preliminary indicators of CO poisoning include dizziness, nausea, shortness of breath and fainting.² Needless to say, losing consciousness while in the water is not ideal. And when we take into account many teak surfers refuse to wear life jackets because they hinder the ability to body surf, drowning is almost inevitable.

Diagram | boaterexam.com

The USCG advises against teak surfing and is urging responsible boaters to help spread this safety message. We hope you will. And remember, as the captain of your boat, it's your duty and prerogative to just say, "No!" to teak surfing.


Let's all enjoy a fun, happy and SAFE boating season!

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1. While teak surfing is not specifically prohibited by Florida's boating regulations, the argument could be made that the practice falls under the definition of "reckless or careless operation of a vessel" as set forth in Chapter 327 of Florida Statutes. See Fla. Stat. §327.33. Violators of that section are guilty of a first degree misdemeanor and face up to one year in prison and a fine of $1,000. See Fla. Stat. §775.082(4)(a); §775.083(1)(d).^↩

2. Learn more about the dangers of CO poisoning and best practices to protect yourself and your passengers here.^↩

It's Not Too Late To Surprise Mom With A Luxury Cruise!

In case you got really busy this week and ... gasp! ... 

forgot about Mother's Day, we're here to save your hide! 

Starting today through Sunday - 10% off all 4 hour cruises with complimentary wine and flowers for your special ladies! 

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The Lauderdale Air Show returns April 20-21, 2013!

The Lauderdale Air Show returns April 20-21, 2013! Book your charter aboard M/Y Freedom now! Available for Bed & Boat option (docked at marina) and/or day cruises!

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Charter M/Y Freedom For SunFest 2013!

One of the biggest and best waterfront music festivals will be kicking off again on May 1. And we'll be there for all the fun! Join us! 

Forget boring hotel rooms. Book NOW to reserve your private cabin on board M/Y Freedom with water shuttle service to and from SunFest PLUS continental breakfast served daily and, if you’re done partying at the festival early enough, your favorite Captain is grilling on the flybridge! Easy access to downtown West Palm Beach; free WiFi; satellite TV; and all the amenities of this luxury yacht. Also, if you’re on board Sunday night? You will have the best viewing of the wonderful closing ceremony fireworks! 

Book NOW! Limited space available. 

SunFest Special: $200-$225 per night/per person

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Winner of M/Y Freedom April Promotion Announced!

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Happy Easter Weekend!

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Day Two of #PBIBS!

Captain Ben and Mate Jo will be back at the Palm Beach International Boat Show later this afternoon. Looks like it's going to be nice weather, again, today, so that's good news for all the brokers and exhibitors. 
We are definitely looking forward to being able to browse the many lovely vessels and interesting vendor displays at a leisurely pace today. Should be a wonderful afternoon!
See you on the docks! 


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Day One Of Palm Beach International Boat Show!

Capt. Ben & Mate Jo getting ready to deliver a client's boat to the show
Photo | Wayne Cannava, Gilman Yachts of Fort Lauderdale

Are you attending the Palm Beach International Boat Show? Your SYS Captain & Crew delivered one client's boat to the show on Monday, detailed it yesterday, and we look forward to returning tomorrow to attend other events and check out all the wonderful sights and sounds of the show! See you there!
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