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Water Sport Safety

Be prepared for river boating with these essential safety tips. Wear a PFD, know the local waters, and understand how to handle emergencies. Stay safe on the water!

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Water Sport Safety

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  1. Water Sport Safety • Wear a PFD and any other special equipment required • Protect yourself from the elements • Know the local waters • Know what to do in an emergency >>

  2. River Boating Considerations Snags and deadheads Fast river currents Low head dams Commercial traffic Shoaling >>

  3. Conventional Dam Courtesy of U.S. Corps of Engineers >>

  4. Low Head Dam & Lock Low Head Section Courtesy of U.S. Corps of Engineers >>

  5. Escape Route Low Head Dam Danger • Circulating current traps objects • Escape route is near the bottom • Stay clear of dam structure • Drop can be 1 to 7 feet Circulating Current can trap objects Back Wash Back Roller Graphic Courtesy of National Safe Boating Council >>

  6. If trapped in fast flowing water … float feet first downstream Protect Your Head >>

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