[Texasproud11]

For a skinny skiff, obviously weight is an issue but probably not at the expense of safety. What safety items are a must for you on your boat?

 

[Guest]

All coast gaurd gear, including a fire extinguisher “even if not required” first aid/trauma kit

 

[SomaliPirate]

All of the above plus a small socket set, screwdriver, pliers. Handheld VHF.

 

[Texasproud11]

All coast gaurd gear, including a fire extinguisher “even if not required” first aid/trauma kit

Anything specific you put in your first aid kit for boating

 

[Copahee Hound]

Everything already mentioned. We also keep some vinegar onboard in case of a jelly sting.

 

[topnative2]

I thought it was ammonia for stings and vinegar for sun burns.....halp!

 

[Copahee Hound]

I thought it was ammonia for stings and vinegar for sun burns.....halp!

I could be completely wrong, but I was always told vinegar. Google says the same, but again, you cant believe everything you read on the internet.

 

[Guest]

Anything specific you put in your first aid kit for boating

Super glue, gauze, medical tape, alcohol, iodine, “camo” stretch wrap, tweezers, hemostats.

 

[Guest]

I could be completely wrong, but I was always told vinegar. Google says the same, but again, you cant believe everything you read on the internet.

Just pee on it

 

[Sublime]

One of those "space" blankets
Hand held compass
A good fixed blade knife with lots of backbone

 

[SomaliPirate]

Just pee on it

 

[NativeBone]

 

[Tautog166]

I thought it was ammonia for stings and vinegar for sun burns.....halp!

Piss on it.

 

[Scott]

I have a PLB, hand held VHF, my cell phone, and my Tow Boat US card.
As far as the required... SOS signal light and a daytime signal flag, no flares or smoke to replace, or get wet and fail.

 

[Net 30]

Double Ply Toilet Paper, Cell Phone, American Express Card.

 

[jay.bush1434]

Meat tenderizer for jellyfish stings (added to my very good first aid kit)
Small bottle of sunblock (not emergency but really helps)
Phone charger cable since I have USB port in console
Package of handy wipes for various needs

 

[permitchaser]

Jump starter with a USB charger and all the above​

 

[Scott]

Jump starter with a USB charger and all the above​

I forgot to list that. This is what I carry.

 

[fishnpreacher]

I have a small backpack that I carry with sunblock, small first aid kit, pliers with side cutter (when you are not fishing barbless), antiseptic cream, extra knife, waterproof ID, alcohol wipes.I carry this with me, because if you fish with somebody else, you may not have access to these things.. My wife was a nurse, so we err on the side of caution.

 

[State fish rob]

Dont forget bug spray , matches. For that unexpected camping trip!