No matter how much experience you have, it’s always a good idea for everyone to review boating safety rules before departures. The American Boating Association encourages every boater to be serious about boating safety, starting with the proper kind and amount of boater training. Remember, a boating mishap or fatality often involves innocent people who share in none of the blame, but all of the consequence. As a responsible boater, the life you save may very well be someone else's. Remember, B E S A F E* - KNOW YOUR...
Boat
Equipment
Safety devices and PFDs
Alcohol limits
First aid and emergency procedures
Environment (area and weather)
...BEFORE YOU GO!
* Source: National Safe Boating Council