Boating Season

It’s boating season again and here are some tips for Boat Safety.

Ensure all safety equipment is packed before you hit the water – a satellite phone, extra sunscreen, water, snacks and clean, dry clothes.

Always wear a properly fitted life jacket/PFD and be sure everyone else on board is wearing a life jacket.

Don’t drink and drive.

It’s illegal and dangerous to drink alcohol while driving a boat, drinking while boating incurs the same legal penalty as drinking while driving a car.

Plan your trip.

Know your destination, expected return time and instructions in case of an emergency.

Always tell someone where you are going.

Have a safe and enjoyable summer.