Play Hard & Be Safe
Water Fun...Johnson Lake

Johnson Lake has two resident State Certified Boating Instructors, a child Lifejacket loaner program provided by U.S. Boating Foundation and Captain's Quarters, EMS building, Ambulance and First Response Team. Johnson Lake is surrounded by severe weather sirens; help is never very far away.

BOATING SAFETY CHECK-LIST

1. Check weather, wind direction and strength, have suitable clothing.
2. Tell someone when you plan to return.
3. Equipment; Enough lifejackets for each person in your boat, fire extinguisher, throw cushion, anchor, bail bucket, line {rope}, lights, oar, cell phone, sun glasses, sun screen, towels and cooler.
4. Check fuel, tire pressure, wheel bearings, boat key on floatable key chain, and money.
5. Always check the boat plug.
6. Know the water depth, any hazards; protect the bottom of your boat and your prop.
7. Know the people in your boat. Do they swim?
8. Check for registration, insurance, properly licensed, boat numbers, emergency numbers in the boat, first aid kit, sun block, and oar.
9. Understand boating laws (distances from shore, distance from other boaters, right of way, no wake zone, etc.)
10. Avoid alcohol consumption and do not operate any water craft if you have been drinking.

You are now an Ambassador of Fun on Johnson Lake. How much fun you have depends on how well you plan your visit!

For details on Boat Safety Classes contact the Johnson Lake Chamber.