When approaching a green lateral marker, where should it be positioned relative to your boat?

When navigating in U.S. waters, lateral markers indicate where it is safe to navigate and help boaters determine the safe channel to follow. A green lateral marker specifically signals the starboard (right) side of the channel when entering from the open sea or a river mouth.

Therefore, when approaching a green lateral marker, it should be positioned on your right (starboard) side. This positioning helps you stay within the designated navigable water and avoid hazards that may be present on the left or port side of the channel.

Understanding this helps reinforce safe boating practices and ensures that you are following the system of markers designed to guide vessels safely through waterways. This knowledge is crucial for maintaining navigational safety while on the water.