Americana Outdoors E-Magazine - June 2021

-- with confidence while helping avoid potential hazards or collisions with other boaters.

inReach Mini Marine Bundle Whether preparing for a voyage off the grid or simply wanting to stay connected with loved ones onshore, the inReach mini marine bundle was built with mariners in mind. With features like two-way textmessaging, SOSand24/7 emergency services, live GPS location sharing, weather forecasts and more, the inReach mini marine bundle is an invaluable companion for greater peace of mind on the water, without taking up space at the helm. *To access preloaded BlueChart g3 cartography and even more features, Garmin also offers the GPSMAP 86sci marine handheld with inReach capabilities.

Garmin AIS & VHF With Garmin VHF and AIS onboard, boaters can quickly identity and communicate with other vessels in the area for greater confidence on the open waters. Garmin VHS also features Digital Selective Calling (DSC) functionality – a global protocol that uses channel 70 – allowing boaters to transmit and receive digital emergency messages, private calls, general calls and more. DSC significantly improves the chances of rapid rescue.

Products we suggest: AIS 800 Blackbox Transceiver and VHF 215 AIS marine radio

Fantom 254/256 Marine Radars Featuring Garmin MotionScope technology, the Fantom 254/256 instantly detects moving targets like flocks of birds, weather, other boats and more so serious offshore boaters and anglers can be more aware of their surroundings. As Garmin’s highest-powered solid-state marine radar, the Fantom 254/256 allows boaters to explore everything -- from shorelines to the open ocean

Whether new to the boating community or a seasoned mariner, Garmin’s latest marine webinar benefits boaters of any level with tips on how to better prepare themselves and their vessels for a safe experience on the water click here.