When it comes to owning a boat, whether used or brand new, understanding its origins and operational history is critical. A tool that can provide a wealth of information about your vessel’s past is the USCG Builders Certificate. You can think of this document as your boat’s birth certificate, providing crucial details about its construction,…
Now that summer is upon us, are you thinking about going out on the water with friends and family? Safety is key whenever you’re on the water. Before you go out, ask yourself: “What should a float plan contain?” A float plan is a crucial document that boaters should create and share before heading out…
If you are the owner of a USCG vessel, you must maintain the most recent versions of the essential papers to sail lawfully and without incident. The CG 1280 Renewal of Certificate of Documentation (COD) procedure doesn’t have to be as difficult as you think, and that’s the good news! In this article, we will…
Has it been a minute since you learned basic seamanship? Do you find yourself on a vessel every now and then wondering what all of those parts are called? Knowing what certain pieces are named and their purpose for being on board can come in very handy when dealing with repair projects or even more…
If you ever find yourself with the need to find out more information about a vessel that you potentially have in your sights to buy, then the best thing to do in order to get thorough knowledge of said vessel is to conduct a search by the serial number of the documented vessel in question….
So you’ve finally bought the boat of your dreams, and you’re ready to see the world. A lot of people dream of feeling the salt on their lips and the cool breeze on their face as they navigate to their intended destination. If you’re gearing up for a sailing adventure, make sure you’ve packed and prepared…
Vessel documentation is just one way that we can help boat owners. Remember: before we got into vessel documentation, we were folks who were just really into boats. You can’t be in the business of vessel documentation without being people who just love being around boats, being in boats, and simply just being a part…
Has something gone wrong with your vessel documentation and you’re worried you’re going to lose your documented vessel number? Did something with your vessel documentation go awry, not like you planned, and now you’re dreading the fallout, so to speak? First off, from having spoken to so many vessel owners over the years in your…
Are you unsure of which USCG Forms are essential for your vessel’s operation? Does it feel like there are some forms your vessel needs but you aren’t sure what they are? It’s natural to feel bewildered or even lost when you first dive into the legalese that can be prevalent in vessel documentation. If that’s…
Does updating your vessel documentation feel difficult? Do you find yourself putting it off time and again? If so, you aren’t alone. So many vessel owners wait until the last second to complete their vessel forms. With as challenging as it’s been in the past, that’s understandable. We created our Coast Guard portal with one…