Monday, May 28, 2007

Boating Safety

Summer vacation is approaching and taking your family out on the water is an ideal way to spend time together. Whether your vessel of choice is a power boat, sailboat, kayak, canoe or other, it is important to be equipped with the knowledge for a safe day on the water.

The mandatory equipment required on a vessel can be found in the Safe Boating Guide at http://www.tc.gc.ca/marinesafety/TP/TP511/menu.htm

For information on selecting and using life jackets and PFDs visit http://www.wearalifejacket.com/

Courses, books, e-books, e-lessons are ways to increase boating knowledge. A range of courses and information is offered at http://www.cruising.bc.ca