How shallow can my boat go? Boat draft explained to prevent running aground

How shallow can my boat go? Boat draft explained - Prevent running boat aground with this brief explanation of how it can happen and how to prevent damage to your prop, engine or hull by boating water that's too shallow. The shallow water boating tips presented here part of my safe boating tips for beginners to help with shallow water boating.

How shallow can the water be and still be able to run your boat? This video will help you determine the safe waters for you take your specific boat. Understanding the draft of your boat and the tides, charts and apps you can use to plot a course before you head out on the water. If you're a new boater or just want to improve your confidence and abilities on the water, learning about boat draft, how to prevent running aground and whether or not the water is too shallow for your boat can make the difference between a great day on the water or having to be towed back to the marina.

00:00 Introduction
01:41 Explaining boat draft
03:07 How to prevent running aground
03:55 Tides and tidal changes
06:16 Charts and Apps to identify shallow water

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