DNREC’s Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police encourages safe boating practices

\"Natural-Resources-Police-Marine-Patrol-Mike\"DOVER (July 1, 2015) – With many boaters heading out on the water for the long 4th of July holiday weekend, DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police advises \”steady as she goes\” for practicing safe boating on Delaware waterways. \”We need everyone on our waterways to be alert, use common sense and avoid actions that will put themselves, their passengers and other boaters at risk,\” said Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Chief Robert Legates.

 Recent statistics from the U.S. Coast Guard show the top five primary contributing factors for boating accidents are operator inattention, improper lookout, operator inexperience, excessive speed and alcohol use. With these factors in mind, Cpl. John McDerby, Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police boating safety coordinator, offered some tips to keep in mind for safe boating:

 

  • Safety-check your vessel and equipment before getting underway.

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