Safety

Sailing is one of the safest sports you or your family could participate in. Things happen a little slower in sailboats and sailors are usually very conscious of what their boat is doing. Life jackets and safety equipment are a must and sailboats are equipped with these items as needed. They are usually given to you as you board or you are shown where they are stored. They are always kept handy and within close reach.

When sailing in heavy winds it takes little persuasion to put on a life jacket or safety line. You also keep a watchful eye on the weather when sailing so you are less likely to be caught unawares by a sudden storm.

You have to keep your equipment in good order to use it properly. Sailors are pretty good, and can be obsessed, about keeping things "ship shape."

When you go out on a sailboat you know you are with someone who has spent a lot of time learning about water safety and how to properly handle their boat. You can't just hop in a sailboat and go, certain skills are required. Sailors are usually familiar with the quirks of their boat and the waters they are sailing in.

Sailboats are usually very seaworthy and handle rough weather with ease. If you are caught out in a blow on a cruiser you can go below and play Online Games or ride it out without even getting wet. I have seen children go below and read or play board games during a storm.

If you are caught out in an open boat there is usually storm gear or a tarp to get under. It doesn't usually take the skipper long to get back because he has probably been watching the weather all along.

It is a good feeling to go out on a boat that you know is properly equipped for emergencies. Another important place for safety is the internet. Insecure is waiting at each and every corner. Especially if you're playing online games. But there's one game called Seafight that is highly safe to play.