boat sunk

[Fishonphil]

Kudos to Moke and Capt Keith for being there to help out.

[Crooked Eye]

Good news that everyone is okay! For anyone reading this that does not have a working vhf radio, GO BUY ONE! I also recommend (smaller boats) a handheld for backup, in case your batteries get submerged losing power.

-safe adventures-

[Capt Juls]

The boat's bilge pumps were not working either. Chances are there was frozen water in the bilge, seeing how the night temps were only in the 20's....just a guess on my part though.

So, always check the pumps before leaving the dock when it's still this cold....just as a precaution.

Glad everyone is okay.

[Prkr314]

I fished that area yesterday. Only saw 2 other boats fishing, everybody else was more north. What time did it happen?

[ReelTime]

Thanks to those who rescued these guys. They were very fortunate someone was in the area. Not much traffic this time of year on week days.
I also use Boat US for my towing insurance. My VHF radio is tied into my chartplotter so my emergency button automatically sends my GPS coordinates. I also carry a PLB on my person.

[SheepDog]

My heart go out to the people who helped them,I plan for anything that may happen, I have an emergency kit that I carry,I have a bilge pump with clips that I can attach to the battery in case all else fails,spare prop,tool's ect,I love the lake and I love to fish,but safety is always my first concern,I am glad to hear everyone is OK and safe,again hats off to the people who helped out,thanks Sheepdog.

[pimplepounder]

Tow Boat Us at menkies marina is 90 dollars and covers the year from date paid I've used it several times and it sure pays off in the long run.
Matt

Would anyone know if this "Tow Boat U.S. at Menkies" $90.00 is for each specific boat or is it based upon the person being insured? My reasoning is: I have two boats I use but never two at the same time..

Thanks,,

[Fishing Addiction]

I'm not sure but would say it is the boat but you should call to be sure and I think it is 80 if you pay before april something ask about that when you call also.

[wakina]

Would anyone know if this "Tow Boat U.S. at Menkies" $90.00 is for each specific boat or is it based upon the person being insured? My reasoning is: I have two boats I use but never two at the same time..

Thanks,,

I could be wrong but I think West Marine can hook you up to the Boat US towing insurance, and I am pretty sure that it is per boat.

[BigDan]

I have Progressive boat ins. it covers tow up to 80 miles