SAILING GLOSSARY

Coast Guard

The Coast Guard is an organization responsible for various aspects of maritime safety, including search and rescue, assistance to vessels in distress, and support for navigation. Its responsibilities vary from one country to another. In Canada, the Canadian Coast Guard is responsible, among other things, for maritime search and rescue operations, maintaining navigation aids, and providing icebreaking services. In the United States, the United States Coast Guard also carries out maritime law enforcement and national security duties. At sea, it’s a service you hope you’ll never need to call for yourself, but are very glad to know is available!