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Before you goQuestion 247 of 566

You will boat for only an hour or two. Should you file a sail plan?

  1. No. It is only for trips over a day.
  2. No. It is only for sail boats.
  3. Yes, but only at night.
  4. Yes. File one for every trip, even a short one.
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Correct answer: Yes. File one for every trip, even a short one.

Short trips can go wrong too. File a plan every time.

Source: Safe Boating Guide (TP 511E, 2026), Make and file a sail plan, page 33

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026