Stay Safe This Long Weekend: Water Safety
We, at Roots, hope everyone has a fun and fabulous long weekend! But one key to that is water safety.
For those of you visiting the beach, a dock or going out on a boat this weekend remember make sure you, and your whole family stay safe.
enjoying swimming on Wolfe Island in Lake Ontario
Here are a few tips for making sure that your weekend is safe and stays fun:
Before you head out, make sure you check the weather reports for the day. You don't want to be in an unexpected storm while out on the boat or at the beach. While out on the water, make sure you keep an eye on the sky. Weather reports aren't always 100% correct and storms can pop up out of no where.
If you plan on going swimming, don't go in the water alone. You never know what could happen. Even if you are a professional swimmer or have been swimming all your life. It's better to be prepared than run into a bad or scary situation alone. Also before diving in make sure you check the depth first and remember that water levels constantly change throughout the season.
When going out on the boat, before you leave shore, make sure you've got all the equipment you'll need while on the water. Also make sure that everyone on board has, and is wearing, a lifejacket, you take a paddle, a sound making device like a whistle and a bailer. Make sure you've got a first aid kit and a flare gun just in case.
And one final tip: driving a boat is no different than driving a car; make sure you have a designated driver to ensure everyone arrives safely. We wish everyone a fun and safe Labour Day weekend!
For more information about boat and water safety, check out some of these links:
The Canadian Yachting Association








