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Safety Shack
Safe Angler HQ
Fun on the water starts with being safe.
🪝
Hook Safety
- Point barbs down.
- Cover hook points when moving.
- Use pliers, not fingers.
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🎯
Casting Safety
- Look behind you.
- Warn people nearby.
- Smooth casts, no wild swings.
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☀️
Sun Safety
- Sunscreen every 2 hours.
- Wear a hat and sunglasses.
- Cover up on long trips.
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💧
Hydration
- Drink water all day.
- Skip soda — it dehydrates.
- Bring more than you think you need.
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🌊
Waves & Rocks
- Never turn your back on the ocean.
- Rocks and jetties are slippery.
- Move up if a big set is coming.
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⛅
Weather
- Check the forecast.
- Head in if you hear thunder.
- Wind can flip small boats.
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🦷
Fish Teeth & Spines
- Ask before touching unknown fish.
- Use pliers for hooks.
- Wet a towel to grip fish.
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🦺
Life Jackets
- Wear on boats and kayaks.
- Snug straps only.
- US Coast Guard approved.
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🌀
Tides & Currents
- Learn the tide before you go.
- Currents can be strong.
- Fish the moving water, from a safe spot.
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First Aid Basics
- Know where the kit is.
- Rinse cuts with clean water.
- Tell an adult about any injury.
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✅ Safe Angler Checklist
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