Volunteers and Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency have teamed up with the US Army Corps of Engineers on Center Hill Lake for Boat Smart Super Saturday on May 16. Super Saturday, the kickoff to National Safe Boating Week, May 16-22, is geared to promote boating and water safety while having fun at the lake. “Wear It,” referring to life jackets, is the primary message for boaters to follow to arrive alive after a day on the lake.
The teams will be ready at boat ramps around the lake on Super Saturday to greet visitors and remind them of tips to be safe on the water. They will also be doing courtesy boat inspections from 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM at Hurricane Bridge Day Use Ramp, Edgar Evins State Park, and Ragland Bottom Day Use Ramp at the request of the boaters.
A variety of volunteers will be participating from boaters to park hosts, and more. Volunteers view it as a nice way to take a few hours, greet visitors, enjoy being around the lake, and feel good about knowing the information they provide may save a life.
“With the warmer weather and summer approaching quickly, crowds are getting back out on the lake to relax and enjoy water sports,” said Park Ranger Jamie Summers. “Boat Smart Super Saturday is a perfect opportunity for our agencies and volunteers to tackle the job of reminding people to have fun yet expect the unexpected. Prepare with the right gear for your boat, wear a life jacket, use courtesy and common sense, and don’t drink and boat.”
Some tips for boaters:
1) Expect the unexpected. Wear your life jacket.
2) Avoid drinking and operating a boat.
3) Keep a proper lookout – watch out for the “other guy.”
4) Use courtesy and common sense.
5) Take a safe boating course.
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