boating safety 101
April 14, 2008 on 7:12 am | By admin | In AutosIf your out on a boat or if you own a boat, it’s always a good idea to know at least 5 tips for better boat safety. For example, if you are planning on spending the day out in the ocean, lake, pond or other body of water, always make sure that you obey any posted speed limits. That’s right; there are speed limits when you’re boating on the water! Also, always make sure that you have life vests in your boat and that any person who is riding in your boat (including you) is wearing on. This is especially important if the waters are choppy or if there is a considerable amount of other boat traffic because you never know if an when you could suddenly find yourself overboard. It happens more than you would like to think! Even if you are an avid swimmer, even the best swimmers can get tired. Always make sure that you practice good safety advice and that you impart that advice on other people who ride with you in your boat.