FLOAT PLAN

It is very important to leave a note or to let someone know before you go someplace, whether by boat, car or airplane, etc. It will save authority a lot of time and provide clues of one's whereabouts shall something goes wrong.

For boaters, before leaving dock, it is essential to go through a checklist of must-have items and do a thorough marine/boat system check to ensure safety and survival chances for guests, crews and skipper.

To file a float plan: http://www.floatplancentral.org/

A float plan can also be left with a friend, a relative, or simply in one's car