Navigating Safely in Dense Fog: Tips for Coastal Boaters

Fog rolled in thick this morning. Couldn’t see past the bow. Radio chatter went quiet except for the occasional horn blast.

Anchored up and made coffee. Some mornings you don’t fight the weather. You just wait it out.

By noon the sun burned through. Made it to the marina by two. Nobody waiting. Perfect timing as it turns out.

Emily Carter

Emily Carter

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