What is the best way to prevent a boating emergency?

You cannot PREVENT boating emergencies, but you can reduce their likelihood and the amount of damage that they might cause.

1. Don't go too fast.

2. Don't overload your boat.

3. No drinking.

4. Everybody wears a life jacket ALL THE TIME.

5. Be careful around shallow water.

6. Don't go out when there is bad weather, or when bad weather is predicted.