5 Boating Safety Tips For Summertime
As Summer starts to really rock around Kicks Country, it's time to start partying on Candlewood Lake, The Sound, Lake Mahopac and more!
But as a boater myself, it's always important to remind yourself of some important boating safety tips. Here are 5 good ones to live by as you're cruising the lake.
According to The State of CT, these are safe boating practices:
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Getty Images 1Life Jackets
Each person must have a life jacket that fits properly - Getty Images
Getty Images 2Vessels Over 16 Feet
Must have one US Coast Guard approved Type IV throwable device - Getty Images
Getty Images 3Children Under 13
Must wear life jackets at all times, unless in an enclosed cabin - ThinkStock
ThinkStock 4Safe Boating Certificate
You must have either a safe boating certificate or a certificate of personal watercraft operation - ThinkStock
ThinkStock 5BUI - Boating Under the Influence
Operating a boat with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .08 or higher is against federal law
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