ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer and many Minnesotans often head to the water to kick off the changing seasons.
But amid all the celebrations and relaxing, it s important to make safety a priority while you re out on the water. Local and state law enforcement agencies want you stay safe. Check your safety equipment, making sure that your lights work on your boat, making sure you have enough life jackets for everyone on board, making sure you have a fire extinguisher, a sound producing device [like a horn or whistle], things like that, said Annette Kyllo a Conservation Officer with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Enforcement Division. Wearing your engine cut off lanyard in case you get thrown overboard.