Hurricane Gustav: Preparation Tips for US Boaters
With Tropical Storm Gustav aiming its sights on the Gulf coast, boaters should take steps to prepare their boats. 
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To help them with this task, Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) has some free online 'tools' available at the BoatUS 'Hurricane Resource Center' at www.boatUS.com/Hurricanes
The Web site offers easily downloadable storm planning materials including a hurricane preparation worksheet, an in-depth Guide to Preparing Boats and Marinas for Hurricanes, and checklists for what to do before and after a hurricane strikes.
Also included at BoatUS.com/Hurricanes are sample hurricane plans for boat and yacht clubs as well as up-to-the-minute storm tracking tools with live satellite images.
About BoatUS:.
BoatUS is the nation's leading advocate for recreational boaters providing its 650,000 members with a wide array of consumer services including a group-rate marine insurance program that insures nearly a quarter million boats; the largest fleet of more than 500 towing assistance vessels; discounts on fuel, slips, and repairs at over 885 Cooperating Marinas; boat financing; and a subscription to BoatUS Magazine, the most widely read boating publication in the US. For membership information visit BoatUS.com or call 800-395-2628.
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