Wakeboarding Provincials at Alix Lake!

Lacombe: Wednesday, 06 July 2011 10:05

Alix, Alberta is expecting crowds of over 200 people this summer for the Annual Wakeboarding Provincials to take place Saturday, July 30th from 9am-4pm at Alix Lake.

There will be fun for the whole family at the enjoyable Alix Lake Recreation Area with 11 stall camp ground, day use area, playground, swimming area, concession and smooth water for the competing wakeboard/waterski enthusiasts. For more information, call (780)797-3136.

DON'T FORGET TO BOAT RESPONSIBLY THIS SUMMER !

Before boating
  * Check the weather forecast and ensure there are no local hazards, such
    as rapids, high winds or potential thunderstorms.
  * Bring maps to prevent getting lost out on the water and be sure to
    inform friends or family where you are going and when you expect to
    return.
  * Ensure your boat is equipped with enough fuel for your outing, tools and
    spare parts, a first-aid kit and other safety equipment such as paddles,
    whistles and flares.
Choosing a personal flotation device (PFD)
  * The law requires boats to be equipped with a Canadian-approved
    lifejacket or PFD of an appropriate size for each person on board.
  * Choose bright colours for better visibility.
  * Make sure your PFD is comfortable and allows for free movement,
    including walking and sitting. Try it on and do up all zippers and
    belts. Pull up on the collar to ensure it does not ride up or interfere
    with movement or breathing.
  * Inspect your PFD or lifejacket frequently to verify that seams are
    intact and that all snaps, belts and zippers work.
Boats and booze don’t mix
  * Boating stressors such as sun, wind, noise, glare, vibrations and motion
    can heighten the effects of alcohol on your balance, vision, judgment
    and coordination.
  * A boat operator with a blood alcohol concentration above .08 is ten
    times more likely to be killed in a boating incident than a boater with
    a blood alcohol concentration of zero.
  * Don’t allow a person who has consumed alcohol to operate a boat.
  * Be responsible. Boat sober.