Water Safety

As Summer finally warms up, we have just a few tips for everyone. The water is beautiful and can be very fun, but for your safety, please be sure to wear life jackets and let others know where you are going when venturing out on a canoe, boating, or kayak trip.

Please don't take chances overestimating your swimming skills. Swim only in designated areas and never swim alone. No one can anticipate changing lake currents, riptides, sudden storms or other hidden dangers. If you do get caught in a rip tide along Lake Michigan, don’t panic. Swim parallel to shore until you feel the pull stop. You can then swim back to shore.

Finally,remember to keep an eye on children! it only takes a few seconds for a small child to wander away. Children have a natural curiosity and attraction to water so please keep kids safe and enjoy the summertime!