May 21st through May 27th SANTA BARBARA, CA – 05/13/2011 Accidents happen too fast on the water to reach for stowed life jackets. Most boating fatalities are drownings – and 84 percent of those who drown aren’t wearing a life jacket. Now, new styles are available – comfortable, lightweight, and perfect for any boating activity. … Read more
[flickr id=”2893053893″ thumbnail=”medium” align=”left”] It’s safe boating month. Remember it’s never too soon to learn about the importance of safety at sea. Nature is a powerful force deserving of respect.
Safety tip: Keep your bilge pumps in working order…. You never know when you may need them.
The majority of boating accident drownings are the result of people not wearing life jackets. Be safe, assign and fit your vessel crew with life jackets. Put them on before heading out to sea.
National Safe Boating Week, set for Saturday, May 21 to Friday, May 27.