Boating Weather and Environment Flashcards
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What does a red sky in the morning traditionally warn boaters about?
Answer: Possible approaching bad weather
"Red sky in morning, sailors take warning" reflects that a red dawn can precede deteriorating weather.
Which of the following is the best practice for protecting the aquatic environment when fueling your boat?
Answer: Avoid spills and never let fuel overflow into the water
Preventing fuel spills protects water quality and wildlife, so fuel carefully and avoid overflow.
What is the primary danger of lightning while you are boating on open water?
Answer: Your boat may be the tallest object and attract a strike
On open water a boat is often the highest point, making it more likely to be struck by lightning.
How should you dispose of trash and waste while boating to protect the environment?
Answer: Keep it aboard and dispose of it properly onshore
It is illegal and harmful to dump trash overboard; keep waste aboard and dispose of it on land.
Steady, high barometric pressure that is slowly rising generally indicates what kind of weather?
Answer: Fair and settled weather
High and rising pressure usually means fair, stable weather conditions.
What action helps prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species when moving your boat between lakes?
Answer: Clean, drain, and dry the boat and equipment
Cleaning, draining, and drying your boat prevents invasive species from hitching a ride to new waters.
You feel the wind suddenly increase and the water surface becomes choppy with whitecaps. What is the wisest response?
Answer: Reduce speed, put on life jackets, and head to shelter
Rising wind and whitecaps signal worsening conditions, so slow down, don PFDs, and seek shelter.