Filing a trip plan Float Plan

Before leaving on an excursion, it is necessary to prepare a trip plan. The goal of the trip plan is to facilitate search and rescue in case of distress and/or of no return.

• • name and number of the pleasure craft;
  • whether the pleasure craft is a sailing or a power driven craft;
  • name, address, and telephone number of the owner;
  • the number of persons on board;
  • the size, type and colour of the pleasure craft;
  • the type of engine;
  • distinguishing features of the pleasure craft;
  • type of radiotelephone, if any, and channel monitored;
  • safety equipment carried including flares, lifejackets, and life rafts;
  • description of the trip, time of departure, time of return, proposed route;
  • instructions in case of emergency.