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Here is a recap of some important boating tips about life jackets from Matt Murphy, Vice President of the Mariner's Club and U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Member.  For more information, please visit the Sunset Bay/Mariner's Club/MC Helpful Links/Life Jackets section of the Sunset Bay website, linked here: https://www.sunsetbaypoa.com/mc-helpful-links/

 

Cleaning Life Jackets 

The best cleaning agents to use on your life jackets is Dawn or Dreft. 

o    Cleaning makes life jackets last longer.

o    Cleaning life jackets may prevent the spread of COVID 19.

 

Wearing Life Jackets

Wearing life jackets can prevent fatalities.

 

Water Temperature

Although we’ve had some beautiful weather, the water temperature is still relatively cold.  Our muscles don’t work as well when they are in 40-50-degree water, and extended time in the cold water could result in hypothermia.  In addition, the initial shock of plummeting into the water could cause someone to gasp for air and take in water.  These are a few reasons to wear life jackets while boating, swimming, fishing, and all water activities that we love to do on Lake Norris, all year long. 

As always, contact Matthew Murphy if you need assistance or have questions for safety practices on the water.

May 2020