Recap Boating and Drinking

For boaters and recreationalist concerned about boater safety, alcohol is the deadliest factor when it comes to accidents on the water. Statistics on this accidents as well as information on regulations and safety tips can be found on the United States Coast Guard website. Alcohol regulation on water around the United States is difficult to control because of the lack of standardized rules compared to cars on roadways. With the previous ease of access to rent watercraft inexperienced boaters can take control. Alcohol is a factor that leads to almost half of all incidents with inexperienced or distracted boaters making up the other half when it comes to accidents. Another source that can provide safety tips as well as answer myths and truths about alcohol on the water is the Boat U.S. Foundation.