Please boat responsibly!
- Always wear a properly fitted life jacket.
- Always check your vessel before you head out to make sure everything is in good working order.
- Respect your limits and keep within them to avoid injury.
- Don’t drink and operate a boat.
- If you notice storm clouds, a sudden temperature drop or wind speed increasing, play it safe and get off the water.
- When operating a motorized boat or personal watercraft, know about carbon monoxide; this odorless, colorless poisonous gas is emitted by all combustion engines and onboard motor generators.
- When operating a motorized boat or personal watercraft, remember to attach the engine kill switch to your life jacket or around your wrist.
- When you have skiers or swimmers in the water, display the orange flag so other boaters can clearly see it.
How to Properly Fit a Life Jacket
- Make sure the life jacket is properly fastened.
- A snug fit is a proper fit. Secure all straps, buckles or zippers.
- Hold your arms straight up over your head. Ask a friend to grasp the tops of the arm openings and gently pull up, the life jacket should stay on.
- Life jackets for adults do not work for children. Check the manufacturer’s label.