Gear needed
- Phone or tablet with internet
- Bookmark the Today page
- Pre-trip checklist
Steps
- Pick the region you plan to visit
- Choose sea, harbor, river or lake
- Read the verdict and safety notes before deciding to go
Common mistakes
- Trusting social posts over official forecasts
- Ignoring tide and wind changes
- Going out despite weather warnings
Safety notes
- Conditions are advisory only — follow official notices
- Cancel if seas are rough
- Go with a partner and share your plan