The Boat Guy: Gear Up For Safety (VIDEO)
July 28, 2014
The Boat Guy wants everyone to “Gear Up” when they are on the water. It makes sense and it saves lives. Drowning is the second-leading
The Boat Guy wants everyone to “Gear Up” when they are on the water. It makes sense and it saves lives. Drowning is the second-leading
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Once upon a time, I would suffer anything, if it would help me win. If I didn’t win, I didn’t enjoy it. Well, since then, I’ve discovered that being a warrior is good for the ego, but it’s really hard on your soul. And that’s why, these days, the Downtown Sailing Series is right up my alley.
Okay, it’s quiz time! Why do companies who utilize boats and ships, who build boats and ships, who sell and repair boats and ships, decide to put their businesses next to the water? OK… go!
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