Towing
Water Toys |
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When
a person is being towed, there must be a spotter on board who
can monitor the towing activity at all times. |
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![Better Blow Zero!](modules/images_module/alcohol_2.jpg) |
Alcohol
& Boating |
The
effects of alcohol are intensified by sun, wind and the motion
of a boat. |
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![Cuddle Up - H.E.L.P.](modules/images_module/hypo.jpg) |
Hypothermia |
Swimming
to shore is always the best thing to do when suffering from
hypothermia. |
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PFDs |
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All
boats are required to carry one approved lifejacket or PFD
- appropriately sized - for each person on board.
(roll
over the picture to inflate the PFD!)
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Loading
a Boat |
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The
stability of a boat depends greatly on the placement of people
and the gear it carries. |
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![No.... you should move!](modules/images_module/rulesroad.jpg) |
Rules
of the Road |
Under
the "rules of the road", powerboats are required to
give way to less maneuverable boats. |
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![Risky behavior - and NO PFD's!](modules/images_module/carelessoperation.jpg) |
Careless
Operation |
A
person operating a vessel in a careless manner could be charged
by enforcement authorites. |
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