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24- PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, May 6, 1997 "Scugog's Community Newspaper of Choice" 5 AN, Ll Rules of the road apply on water, too! and other boaters, it is important to know some "rules of thumb" for safe Boating can be fun and relaxing--the perfect get- away from the stresses of everyday life. But along boating. with the joys of boating ) . come the responsibilities Know Your Oper ating of boating S3ibly de a Crossing, Overtaking, and In order to provi Yielding Right-of-Way safe boating environment for you, your passengers As with cars, boaters to the right have the right- Broken Windsheild? Fre EEee ee emem em ememe=----1 Free Gas BBQ plus... | | i | ! WE PAY YOUR DEDUCTIBLE | | ON MOST INSURANCE CLAIMS | V3: Auto Glass 1-800-839-0003 "FREE MOBILE SERVICE" Uxbridge Port Hope Cobourg Bowmanville Oshawa PortPerry Beaverton Brighton = Cambeliford 495 Carnegie Beach Road, Port Perry, Ont. LIL 1B6 (905) 985-8200 e Repairs to all types of boats and motors e USED PARTS - Bought and Sold e Consignment Boat Sales e Covered and Open Boat Slips available e Dryland Boat Storage CUSIP SRP of-way when two boats are approaching the same intersection. When the boats are traveling in opposite directions, they should pass left side to left side (port to port). When being overtaken, the lead boat (which always has the right-of- way) should stay on its side of the channel and maintain a steady speed so that the overtaking vessel can pass safely. All powerboats must yield right-of-way to sail boats and other non-motorized boats. Watch The Weather Weather conditions can change rapidly, especially on large bodies of water. Obtain up-to-date weath- er information from a marine band radio, AM radio, or by simply keep- ing an eye on the sky. If you're caught in bad weather, put on your life preserver, stay as low as possible in your boat, and head for the nearest shore. If waves are high, your boat will handle best if you head into the waves at an angle. Stay Seated Whenever possible, resist the urge to stand up and walk around in a launched boat, especially a small one. When you must move around, keep FENELON Marine Railways & Boat Hoists en your weight as close to 'the center of the craft as possible and stay low. Life Preservers Wearing a life preserver while on board makes sense. The law requires that you have a preserver readily accessible to each passenger, and preservers are now available for all sizes, ages, and boating activities. Since most boat-related deaths occur from capsizing or falling overboard, wearing your life preserver is the best "Insurance" you have. Know Your Swimming Ability It is best to know how to swim even though you have life preservers on board. Adults should be realistic about their swimming abilities and should keep an eye on all small children around the water. If someone in the water does need help, you should throw something that floats into the water before going in yourself. You should enter the water to save someone only as a last resort, and you should take a flota- tion device with you. Capsizing When possible, stay with your boat in the event of a capsize. Most boats are designed to stay ensuring peace of mind when not in use. 706)963-9231 metweon'ivanina (405) 985-3056 ak M wood afloat whether righted or upside down, and your chances for a safe recov- ery are greater if you stay with the boat. Hypothermia Cold water robs your body of heat 25 times faster than air of the same temperature. For that reason, it's important to get back into your craft 'as soon as possible if you feel symptoms of hypothermia. Symptoms include continual shiver- ing, poor coordination and numb hands and feet. In severe cases, hypothermia can lead to hallucinations and eventual death. Wearing a life preserver in the water does more than keep you afloat--it can also offset the symp- toms of hypothermia. Preservers decrease the amount of movement nec- essary for you to remain afloat and will help insu- late you from heat loss. Life preservers also keep you afloat if you become unconscious from extreme hypothermia. Learn CPR It's a good idea to learn the basics of cardiopul- monary resuscitation (CPR). There is rarely time to search for instruc- tions when an emergency occurs and CPR can save a life. Check with your local Red Cross to find out when classes are avail- able in your area. Leave A Trip Itinerary On Shore It is wise to leave a copy of your float plan with someone on shore in case you're involved in an acci- dent or get stranded. That person should know to call the Coast Guard or notify the authorities if you are out for what seems to be an unreason- able amount of time. Avoid Heat And Sun Stroke As wonderful as the sun feels on your face and body, it is important to remember to keep your body temperature in check on day-long boating excursions. If your boat doesn't have a canopy, take an umbrella for those times that you're anchored or moving slow- ly. Sun screen can also play an important role in guarding against sun stroke. You should keep plenty of cool drinks on board and remember that an occasional dip in the lake, river, or ocean can help cool your body tempera- ture throughout the day. Don't Miss An Issue SUBSCRIBE to the PORT PERRY STAR Start yours today - call 985-7383 Rentals Include: « Fishing Boats « Runabouts * Personal Watercraft « Pontoon Boats * Snowmobiles Slips & Storage * Sales & Sevice Johnson Mariner » Mercruiser ¢ Larson * Smokercraft Lakefront, Port Perry (905) 985-3236