Safe and Friendly Cruising

Some thoughts on boating etiquette for the experienced and less experienced boater

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things you knew you needed to know about boating but were afraid to ask!

Welcome to Britain’s Inland Waterways

Most guide books and ‘how to do it’ publications about the waterways concentrate on technical aspects – how things work, how to operate locks and boats etc. They do not deal with the interaction between boaters. These notes are intended to encourage everyone to help each other enjoy cruising the waterways. They highlight some common situations where this might be appropriate, where aggravation could be prevented by mutual help, thoughtfulness and understanding. Read the rest of this entry »