On May 17th Flotilla 4 and Flotilla 6 collaberated with the Corps of Engineers for the "Spring into Safe Boating” activity at Saylorville Lake. This activity was in conjunction with National Safe Boating Week.
Despite inclement weather, Flotilla 4 and Flotilla 6 conducted over ten Vessel Safety Checks at the Lakeview and Cherry Glen Boat Ramps.
A Vessel Safety Check is a free courtesy examination of your boat (Vessel) to verify the presence and condition of certain Safety Equipment required by State and the Federal regulations. The Vessel Examiner is a trained specialist and is a member of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. They will also make certain recommendations and discuss certain safety issues that will make you a safer boater.
This is not boarding or a law enforcement issue. No citations will be given as a result of this encounter. We will supply you with a copy of our evaluation so that you may follow some of the suggestions given. Vessels that pass will be able to display our distinctive VSC decal. This does not exempt you from law enforcement boarding, but you can be prepared to make this a positive encounter.
If you are interested in a free Vessel Safety Check please contact us at fso-ve@flotilla4.org.
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