"Capt. Neal®" wrote in message
"A proper look-out is defined by every vessel
at all times maintaining a look-out by sight as
well as by hearing as well as by all available
means appropriate in the prevailing circumstances
and conditions so as to make a full appraisal of
the situation and of the risk of collision."

Jumpin' Jehosaphat, but you people are retarded!

Well Neal... truthfully speaking.... the "at all times" is a little vague
don't you think?
If there is nothing visible, nothing on the radar and nobody answering radio
hails.... does it mean you are expected to stand like a stork and keep
looking??... or do you have time to go below and fetch another brew?

I generally totally ignore the COLREGS... and for the most part any other
regulations or enforcement personnel involved. Then again I don't get into
a fit because some woman sailed around the world in a sailboat either.

CM