by PaBIA | Jun 28, 2023 | Boating Safety, Markers, Safety
Navigation Markers in the Pointe au Baril area are maintained both by the Canadian Coast Guard and by the Pointe au Baril Islanders’ Association. Most PaBIA markers will be identified as PRIV and they will have the PaBIA name and burgee on them. PaBIA still...
by David Sharpe | Nov 19, 2022 | Announcements, Boating Safety, Markers, Safety
Testing of the new, permanent “Coast Guard Approved” larger markers over the past two years has proven to not just significantly improve marker visibility day and night on the water; but when properly installed, they’ve proven to be durable and stable in their...
by PaBIA | Jul 14, 2021 | Boating Safety, Safety
Answered by Tom Lundy Original Article 1. What do you do if you can’t find your Boating Licence [PCOC]? You will have to go to the course provider who issued it for a replacement. Go to the Transport Canada Website 2. What do you do if you can’t find your...
by Ann Dority | Jun 30, 2021 | Boating Safety, Safety
by Ann Doritty, Member of the Education Committee Speeding boats have become a major problem on all lakes. There is a group in Muskoka called “Safe Quiet Lakes” that has banded together to promote the value of S L O W Boating. They are asking people to be...
by Ann Dority | Jun 10, 2021 | Boating Safety, Safety
Just as it is important to know the Rules of the Road, it is vital to know the Rules and Regulations on the Water. As summer begins and we all rush out to enjoy the beauty of Georgian Bay, please take the time to ensure that you are well prepared. You...
by PaBIA | May 11, 2021 | Boating Safety, Safety
The larger the wake, the greater the potential for undesirable side effects Loons, & other birds that nest along the shore, choose locations that are protected from waves generated by the prevailing winds. However, boat wake, which can come from any direction, can...
