The RNLI and HM Coastguard have teamed up to give away 8,000 free recycled waterproof phone pouches so that you always have a means of calling for help on you.

Enter now to be in with a chance of winning and remember #RespectTheWater next time you are enjoying the water.

Don’t forget: in an emergency at the coast call 999 and ask for the Coastguard, or if you are inland ask for the Fire Service.

When heading out on the water make sure you follow their advice to always:

Wear a suitable personal floatation device

Keep a means of calling for help attached to you

Call 999 and ask for the Coastguard in an emergency

If you are taking your phone with you as your means of calling for help also consider downloading the RYA SafeTrx app. You can use this to track your journeys and alert friends or family should you fail to arrive on time. It’s easily accessible and simple to use, you can use it to inform HM Coastguard of your voyage plans and dynamic location in the event of distress.

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