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Summer Boating Safety Tips, Advice, and Reminders

Summer boating safety tips graphic, advice for safe boating during summer.

School is out, summer is here, and there will be plenty of new “friends” at our favorite fishing, swimming, and boating spots.

The busy nature of boating during the summer increases the importance of safety. Practicing safe boating not only makes your adventures more fun, but it also avoids potential disasters on the water.

We asked our team for their best quick summer boat safety tips. Hurricane Boat Lifts Engineer Tyler has three straightforward reminders for fellow boaters this summer.

  1. Go slow, it’s not a race.
  2. Don’t drive like a a**.
  3. Don’t drink and drive.

Additional Tips

  • Put on that life jacket! Over 80% of those who drowned in a recreational boating incident were not wearing a life jacket.
  • Take the BoatUS Foundation online boating safety course (free).
  • Brief all guests on safety before each trip out on the water.
  • Understand your local boating laws.
  • Stay within your boat and boat lift’s weight limit.
  • Always check the weather before leaving the dock.

Remember, there’s a fine line between having fun and being reckless. Stay safe this summer, and look out for novice and careless boaters.

Protect your summer adventures and your boat with a high-quality Hurricane Boat Lift. Learn more about available models here and call us today at 772-781-2556 or 888-847-3625.

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Dan Michels

Dan Michels is President of Hurricane Boat Lifts with 50+ years of engineering experience. He designs durable, high-performance boat lift systems and shares expert insights to help boat owners choose the right solutions.

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