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FLOODPLAIN Fill in this form before setting out. Leave it with someone who you can depend on to notify the Coast Guard if you have not returned as scheduled. DESCRIPTION OF THE BOAT IDENTIFICATION
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Step 1: Start by gathering all necessary information such as your name, contact details, boat name, and emergency contact information.
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Step 2: Clearly identify your departure point and destination, including any waypoints or stops along the way.
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Step 3: Indicate the planned dates and times of departure and return.
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Step 4: Include information about the type and size of your vessel, as well as any special equipment or emergency gear onboard.
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Step 5: Provide a detailed description of your intended route, including any navigational hazards or challenges to be aware of.
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Step 6: Make sure to include a list of all persons on board, along with their names, ages, and contact details.
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Step 7: Clearly state the emergency procedures to follow in case of an accident or other unexpected event.
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Step 8: Share your float plan with a trusted friend, family member, or local authorities before embarking on your trip.

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Anyone who plans to go boating or sailing, whether it's for a short trip or a long journey, should have a float plan.
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Float plans are particularly important for solo boaters, as there may be no one else aware of their intended route and schedule.
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It is also recommended for those going on overnight trips, especially in remote or unfamiliar waters.
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Float plans can provide crucial information to search and rescue teams in case of an emergency, improving the chances of a successful rescue operation.
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A float-plan is a detailed itinerary of a boating trip that is filed with a responsible individual before departure.
Any individual or group going on a boating trip, especially in remote or dangerous areas, is required to file a float-plan.
To fill out a float-plan, one must include information such as the name and contact information of the trip leader, details of the vessel, planned route, departure and arrival times, emergency contacts, and any other relevant information.
The purpose of a float-plan is to provide essential information about a boating trip to help search and rescue teams in case of an emergency or overdue return.
Information such as the trip leader's name and contact information, vessel details, planned route, departure and arrival times, emergency contacts, and any other relevant information must be reported on a float-plan.
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