Read the Best Kept Boating Secrets\u2122 Safety Sections in our guides<\/b><\/p>\n
Each of our boating guides have a detailed safety section providing you with important information you should know before enjoying a day on the lake. You\u2019ll want to know these laws and regulations prior to renting a boat. Educating yourself allows for a fun and safe day for you and your family\/friends. Each section also mentions the importance of life-jackets for any child you\u2019ll have on your boat.<\/b><\/p>\n
Click on the specific lake you\u2019re boating on to read the safety section<\/b><\/p>\n
Lake Winnipesaukee<\/a> | Lake George<\/a> | Lake Norman<\/a> | Lake Lanier<\/a><\/b><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Just like planning a vacation, it\u2019s best to plan ahead when renting a boat. If you\u2019re vacationing where rentals are seasonal, you\u2019ll want to make sure you contact your chosen rental place well ahead of when you plan on renting the boat. Even if the rental company is year-round, planning ahead will guarantee you a boat for renting. Please note:<\/b> depending on where you are renting your boat, some companies require you to watch a short video or take a written test. Ask your rental location if either of those are required. This is another good reason to show up early.<\/p>\n Whenever you rent a boat, there is always paperwork you\u2019ll need to fill out. They\u2019ll also want to go over any safety tips before they let you on the water. Try to arrive 30 minutes early to allow everything to go smoothly before you\u2019re enjoying your day on the lake in a rental boat.<\/p>\n When you book a rental, you\u2019ll receive a confirmation. Be sure to bring that along with you. Having your confirmation ready to go will allow the check-in process to go quickly.<\/p>\n Research what boat will be best for you and your party. You\u2019ll want to make sure the size of the boat is the correct size. This helps reduce the risk of overcrowding. Watersports (Wake-Surfing, Wake-Boarding, etc) are all fun things to do on the lake, so make sure the boat you\u2019re renting is the right boat for those activities if that is what you plan on doing for the day.<\/p>\n While companies keep their boats well-maintained, it\u2019s still a good idea to check the boat yourself to make sure you don\u2019t see any obvious problems. Tell the company right away if you do notice an issue with the boat. If those issues go unreported and the rental company sees that damage, you could face charges from the company when you return.<\/p>\n Safety is crucial. As time gets close to your rental day, make sure you pay attention to the weather. You\u2019ll want to make sure the weather won\u2019t be a danger to you or your friends\/family. Bring proper clothing for weather just to be prepared.<\/p>\n It\u2019s a good idea to give the rental company\u2019s information to someone you know who won\u2019t be on the boat with you. Let them know how long you\u2019ll be on the water. Even with the most cautious boat operators, accidents can happen. Having someone on land know you\u2019re out there is always a good idea.<\/p>\n Most rental companies require a deposit prior to you taking the boat out on the water. Depending on the company, you may get that deposit back if the boat is returned in the same condition it was before you rented it.<\/p>\n Enjoy your time on the boat! The lake is a great place to make memories with your friends and family. And remember: we love featuring photos of your summer adventures in our boating guides. Send any photos (with the lake name in the subject) to info@boatingsecrets.net<\/a>. We\u2019d love to see them!<\/p>\nPlan Ahead<\/b><\/h4>\n
On the day of your rental, arrive early<\/b><\/h4>\n
Bring your confirmation<\/b><\/h4>\n
Rent the boat that is right for YOU<\/b><\/h4>\n
Check the boat<\/b><\/h4>\n
Pay attention to the weather<\/b><\/h4>\n
Come Prepared<\/b><\/h4>\n
Be Ready for a Deposit<\/b><\/h4>\n
HAVE FUN<\/b><\/h4>\n