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Wisconsin ranks in the top 10 for boating deaths.

Twenty people lost their lives in boating accidents in the state last year and as if mid-June, 13 people died on Wisconsin waters.

PWC – always remember to wear a life jacket every time you are on the water. Accidents on the water can happen much too fast to reach and put on a stowed life jacket.

Make sure your life jacket is 2.

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A life jacket that is too large or too small can cause different situational problems. All persons should always wear a life jacket.

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Be sure to know your 6. boat’s capacity.

If you have more on your boat than it was designed to handle, the boat may become unstable and capsize.

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No matter what activity you have planned – boating, fishing, paddling,

Make sure your boat is prepared.

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There are many items that need to be checked and re-checked on any

Check the weather, including 7. the water temperature.

Know the latest marine weather

forecast prior to going out, and keep a regular check for changing conditions.

in ticketing, fines or jail time. Know local boating laws before you get out on the water.

Take a boating safety course.

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Always file a float plan.

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File a float plan with someone you trust that includes details about the trip, boat, persons, towing or

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situations by taking a NASBLA (National Association of Boating Law Administrators) approved boating safety course. Many courses are online, and will save you money on your boat insurance.

and bring an extra set of clothes in case you get wet. Wear waterproof clothing, especially in colder weather as cotton fabrics absorb moisture and will quickly decrease your body temperature.

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Know state boating laws.

Dress properly.

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The National Safe Boating Council advises boaters to follow these tips when out on the water:

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The U.S. Coast Guard’s 2016 Recreational Boating Safety Statistics, the latest official record of reported recreational boating accidents, say drowning was the cause of death in 80 percent of all boating fatalities.

About 83 percent of those who drowned were not wearing life jackets.

According to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, as of June 12, 2017, there were 13 deaths on Wisconsin waters. Six of those deaths have been classified as “drowning,” two are listed as “trauma/injury” and three incidents are still under investigation with results pending.

Last year, Wisconsin reported 20 boating deaths, putting the state ninth in the most deaths, according to the Coast Guard statistics.

In 2016, the Coast Guard counted 4,463 accidents that involved 701 deaths, 2,903 injuries and about $49 million dollars of damage to property as a result of recreational boating accidents.

The fatality rate was 5.9 deaths per 100,000 registered recreational vessels. This rate represents a 11.3

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How to boat with If you enjoy boating, you probably enjoy taking your best friends out on your boat, especially if some of your best friends happen to have four legs and a tail.

The following tips can help you keep your pet safe and happy while out on the water: • Keep plenty of fresh drinking water available.

Provide a shaded area – excessive exposure to the sun can cause problems for animals.

• Protect their feet – dogs absorb heat through the pads on their feet and boat surfaces can get very hot in the sun.

• Give your pet a chance to get acquainted with the boat while it is on the trailer or at the dock.

• Walk your dog so he can relieve himself before boarding; if the boat surface allows, you may wish to train him to go in a specific spot.

• Keep your first outing short, to let your dog get used to the boat movement.

• Fishing – keep lures, bait and hooks safely stored and out of reach from your dog.

• Treats – Don’t forget the treats and toys. This will help your dog understand the boat is a safe place.

Many pets enjoy boating, sometimes as much as their owners.

There are steps you can take to ensure their safety and happiness on the water.

Dog life jackets

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The truth is not all dogs can swim and those that can aren’t all great swimmers. Additionally, water or weather conditions can cause problems, even for a pet that is typically a strong swimmer.

Any dog can get fatigued or disoriented and older dogs, especially, can tire easily. Pets with low body fat can have trouble when exposed to water for long periods. Health issues, such as hip or joint problems, can also make swimming difficult for some pets.

While there are no regulations regarding life jackets for pets, a dog life jacket can help keep your pet safe while aboard your boat or around any body of water.

Pet life jackets are designed to keep the animal afloat in a horizontal, swimming position. The pet life jacket also serves as a retrieval device, should your pet fall overboard.

How do you choose a life jacket for Fido? Here are a few things to consider: • Fit – Make sure the life jacket fits securely. It’s best to check the fit in the store, before you buy.

• Lifting handles – to make retrieving your pet safer and easier.

• Comfort – check to see where straps and buckles fall to make sure they won’t cause your pet any discomfort.

• Color – choose a bright color to make it easier to spot your dog in the water.

• Give your pet a chance to get used to wearing its life jacket before actually getting on a boat.

Allow your pet to practice swimming while wearing its life jacket, too.

If you find your pet enjoys boating as much as you do, a dog life jacket can provide your pet with an extra measure of safety. However, your sense of caution and common sense are still your pet’s best friend.

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• Plant shade-giving trees and shrubs to reduce how much heat your cottage absorbs from direct sunlight. Not only will these plants add ambiance and character, but they will help contribute to

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lthough it’s officially summer, the fluctuations in temperatures, sporadic downpours and tornado-inciting weather would make you think otherwise. While many of us take the opportunity to hit the beach, lake or ranch during the summer for some rest and relaxation, cottage home improvements are often the furthest thing from our mind.

More often than not, cottages aren’t built to last as long as homes, because they are used only for a short time of the year. Yet, with newly changing weather patterns and humidity affecting the structure of a cottage home, homeowners can seek ways to keep their cottages comfortable well after summer has ended and the crowds of day-trippers have left.

Extending the usability of your summer home can also increase its market value, should you ever decide to sell. If you’re unfamiliar with how exactly to go about improving your summer home’s comfort, here are five quick tips to get you started:

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Type C motorhomes such as this one share similar amenities with a full-size Type A RV, but are smaller and cheaper. The price for these RVs runs from about $43,000 to $200,000 according to the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association.

RVers save over traditional travelers, study reveals

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According to the study, for a family of four, fuel prices would have to more than quadruple for RV vacations to lose the economic advantage over other forms of travel. For an adult couple, fuel prices would have to more than double before RV vacations would become more costly. According to PKF, fluctuations in fuel costs economically impact all of the vacation types analyzed. Airlines, for example, often add surcharges when fuel prices rise, in addition to other fees.

PKF’s findings match the experiences of RVers, according to RVIA’s biannual Campfire Canvass survey of RV owners which showed 89 percent of RV owners reported savings of 10 percent or more when they travel by RV. Twothirds reported saving 25 percent or more.

The study did not attempt to quantify nonmonetary benefits that RV vacationers enjoy.

The Recreation Vehicle Industry Association is the national association representing nearly 400 manufacturers and component suppliers producing about 98 percent of all RVs made in the United States. For more information, go to www.rvia.org.

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and eating in restaurants.

PKF analyzed vacation costs for two sets of traveling parties – a family of four, including two adults and two children; and a party of two adults.

PKF calculated the costs for these hypothetical travelers taking nine different types of vacations to nine popular vacation destinations, including: Branson, Mo.; Cape Cod, Maine; the Grand Canyon; Corpus Christi, Texas; Orlando, Fla.; Lancaster, Pa.; Napa, Calif.; Traverse City, Mich.; and Yellowstone National Park.

The study analyzed popular RV types, including folding camping trailers, lightweight travel trailers, compact motorhomes, Type C motorhomes, and Type A motorhomes. Vacation durations were three, seven and 14 days, and were directly related to the round-trip distances in highway miles between city-pairs. PKF also analyzed how theoretical increases in fuel prices could affect vacation travel costs, according to the press release.

Trips in type A motorhomes – typically the largest and most luxurious of RVs – were compared to other upscale vacation travel options. The 2014 study found that Type A motorhome vacations were 45 percent less expensive than upscale air/hotel vacations.

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Consumers looking to get away more and save on travel should go RVing, according to a study comparing vacation costs. Research showed that recreation vehicle trips remain the least costly, even during a time of economic turmoil and fluctuating fuel prices, according to a press release from the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association.

The study, prepared in 2014 for the association

by PKF Consulting USA, a member of an international travel and tourism consulting group, found that RV travel is 23 to 59 percent less expensive than other types of vacations, for a family of four that owns an RV. For an “emptynester” couple traveling by RV, savings were 11 to 46 percent.

RVIA Director of Public Relations Kevin Broom said an updated study will be released later this summer, but was unavailable at press time.

“The findings were similar to the 2014 version,” Broom said.

Even after accounting for factors such as RV ownership costs and fuel prices, the 2014 study showed that RV vacations offer greater savings than those taken using a personal car or airline, staying in a hotel, rental house or condominium,

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deck boards that can withstand these harsh conditions is critical to ensuring a smooth surface underfoot.

Exposure to moisture and the sun’s UV rays can deteriorate wood decking, particularly if it’s not maintained regularly and correctly.

While composite decking provides greater durability, several brands have been known to rot, crack or warp as a result of moisture intrusion.

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Your backyard canvas:

Three ways to create an outdoor living area as unique as you are It’s amazing to contemplate that all the famous paintings in history – from Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa to Van Gogh’s Starry Night – are essentially formed from three primary colors.

Artists skillfully combine red, yellow and blue to formulate an infinite range of colors to bring their paintings to life.

Likewise, when creating your own outdoor living space, you can combine three basic elements – decking, railing and lighting – in nearly endless ways to “paint” a personal masterpiece of fun and relaxation.

Get decked out with modern decking For decades, backyard decks mainly have been rectangles. This is largely because of the rectangular shape of traditional wood deck boards. Let your imagination run wild and create a specialty shaped deck of something you love, like a giant guitar or stacked leaves.

“Today’s decking options offer exceptional design flexibility,” says Brent Gwatney, senior vice president of MoistureShield Decking.

“Composites in particular are more easily bent into creative shapes than wood decking, and can be ripped and routed to form virtually any design you can think of.”

DIYers and deck builders can even install moisture-resistant boards such as MoistureShield Vantage or Infuse decking on the ground, in the ground or under water for more design possibilities, notes Gwatney.

Rail against the ordinary Many decks are required by law to have safety railings. But, with some creativity, the railing can enhance your deck’s look even as it prevents falls. With the variety of products now available, the railing can be a visual complement to your home and deck.

For example, if you have a cabin, you could install hewn timber posts and railings for a

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With the advent of modern materials, it is now easier to fashion decks of virtually any shape – from curved sections following the contours of a sloping yard to round decks.

rustic appeal. For a waterfront home, a nauticalthemed railing system of posts and ropes could do the trick. Or, if you have a modern home and prefer simple visual lines, cable-and-wire railings or glass panels could be your style.

Light up the night A third element to add to your outdoor living design palette is deck lighting. With the right

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PREVENT SLIPS ON DECK If you’re installing decking near a pool or hot tub, live in close proximity to the water or experience frequent rain, it’s also important to protect against slips.

Composite deck boards with a textured, woodembossed surface have a higher coefficient of friction and better slip resistance than PVC and composite decking products with a non-embossed surface.

The added traction will help friends and family stay steady on their feet as they enjoy your outdoor living area, and help ensure the party never has to pause for injuries.

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(Continued from page 8) and splinters from forming. To create an even “Homeowners know even the most stunning smoother surface, install the composite deck composite deck will disappoint if it’s too warm boards with hidden fasteners. This technique to walk on during the peak days of summer,” said eliminates popped nails, dimples from screws and Randy Gottlieb, A.E.R.T. president. other hazards to warm-weather fun.

“Recently introduced products like ChoiceDek Premium composite decking with CoolDeck BEAT THE HEAT technology help solve this problem. By combining Once you’ve narrowed your composite decking a durable core with a cap that is specifically selection to brands that can withstand the toughest engineered to optimize heat reflection and Mother Nature can throw their way, look for ways minimize heat absorption, the boards make for a to beat the heat. When the sun is blazing, the more comfortable deck on sunny days.” plastic in composite decking can retain heat and If you live in an area where the sun’s rays are become uncomfortable to walk on with bare feet. hot year-around, you may also want to consider One great way to avoid the hot-foot hustle using shade structures to help provide relief dance without compromising on your deck’s from direct sunlight and reduce the temperature surface appearance is to use composite decking on deck. Pergolas, lattices and breezy overhead with innovative cooling technology. fabrics can block the sun beautifully and add to

lighting, you can extend your hours outside and keep your deck as charming in the nighttime as it is during the day.

From subtle post lights that cast a magical evening glow to understated recessed lights and rail strip lights that help guide guests’ steps, today’s deck lighting choices are both functional and affordable.

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Where the primary cause was known, alcohol was listed as the leading factor in 15 percent of deaths in 2016. Boating can magnify the side effects of alcohol use: impaired judgment and poor coordination. Find out more at operationdrywater.org.

of carbon 12. Beware monoxide poisoning.

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Gasoline-powered engines on boats, including onboard generators, produce carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas that can poison or kill someone who breathes too much of it. Be sure to install and maintain a working CO detector, never block exhaust outlets, and always dock, beach or anchor at least 20 feet away from the nearest boat that is running a generator or engine.

Keep in touch.

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Communication devices can be the most

important piece of emergency equipment on board a vessel, especially in case of emergency.

Cell phones, satellite phones, emergency position indicating radio beacons, VHF radios and personal locator beacons can all contribute in an emergency situation.

Read more boating 14. safety tips at www. safeboatingcouncil.org.

(Continued from page 6) keeping the cottage cooler. investment for cottage owners • Consider upgrading your who want to make energy-efficient cottage’s small and large appliances improvements and extend the to Energy Star-rated appliances that livability of the cottage beyond just can run on very low energy during summer. the low season.

This modern insulation material • Consider having an independent helps effectively control a cottage’s contractor perform a home energy indoor environment, letting you and audit to determine where your your family stay cool all summer home could improve its energy long while also helping to minimize efficiency. This is obviously the the entry of pollen and allergens that most straightforward approach, enter the space, making it ideal for and the one that will give you the allergy sufferers. most tangible objectives to aim for An energy-efficient and modern moving forward. investment, spray foam insulation • Take advantage of local tax expands rapidly to completely seal incentives to upgrade your cottage to a cottage’s walls, floors and ceilings be more energy efficient. to prevent air leakage. Experts note • Replace your home’s existing that insulation can noticeably reduce insulation with a high-performance monthly cooling and heating costs spray foam insulation like Icynene, due to its ability to seal the home, which can help to reduce air a great bonus when considering leakage, thereby reducing the that cottages and summer homes amount of work your HVAC unit are typically only used for a limited has to do to keep your home heated period of time. or cooled.

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Close call Sport fisherman shares story about boating accident

Sport fishermen Hunter Bland and Conner Young of the University of Florida Bass Fishing Team were almost seriously injured when they were thrown from their boat during a tournament in early 2017.

Now, Bland is sharing about their close call in a video PSA from the National Safe Boating Council.

Bland and his teammate took all the proper safety precautions, but were ejected from their boat while going about 55 mph because of a hydraulic steering part failure.

“I’ve been boating for my entire life, and never once did I think something like this could happen to me,” Bland said. “I want to make sure everyone knows what saved my life to try and help others. If it wasn’t for my engine cut-off device and my life jacket, I wouldn’t be here today.”

The PSA was produced at the Eckerd College Waterfront Program in St. Petersburg, Fla. and includes original footage from the boat incident captured by Bland’s GoPro action camera (Bland Brothers Films via Storyful). Watch and share the PSA at www.youtube.com/user/

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OutreachNSBC. “As a boater, you have a responsibility to yourself, your passengers, other boaters, and anyone else who enjoys the water to be safe, courteous and respectful – and that includes always wearing a life jacket and using an engine cut-off device,” said Rachel Johnson, executive director of the National Safe Boating Council.

The council is the lead organization for the North American Safe Boating Campaign, a yearlong effort focused on boating safety.

“Hunter and Conner’s experience is a very important reminder why all boaters should always boat responsibly, as something could go wrong in an instant,” continued Johnson.

The North American Safe Boating Campaign unites the efforts of a wide variety of boating safety advocates and is produced under a grant from the Sports Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund, administered by the U.S. Coast Guard.

For more information, visit www.

(NAPS) safeboatingcampaign.com.

(Continued from page 3) percent increase from last year’s Division National Recreational fatality rate of 5.3 deaths per Boating Statistics are: 100,000 registered recreational Florida: 70 vessels.

Texas: 53 Only 13 percent of deaths California: 47 occurred on boats where the Michigan: 38 operator had received boating Louisiana: 24 safety instruction.

North Carolina/South Carolina Operator inattention, operator (tie): 23 inexperience, improper lookout, Georgia/New York (tie): 22 excessive speed and machinery Virginia: 21 failure are the top 5 primary Wisconsin: 20 contributing factors in accidents.

Alaska/Oregon (tie): 19 Alcohol use is the leading The top-ranking states for known contributing factor in fatal reported boating accidents boating accidents. Where the according to the Coast Guard are: primary cause was known, alcohol Florida: 684 was listed as the leading factor in California: 386 15 percent of deaths.

New York: 188 Where data was known, the most Texas: 176 common types of vessels involved Maryland: 150 in reported accidents were open North Carolina: 143 motorboats (47 percent), personal Missouri: 137 watercraft (18 percent), and cabin South Carolina: 136 motorboats (15 percent).

Michigan: 125 The top-ranking states for Tennessee: 116 boating deaths according to the The full report is available at Coast Guard’s Boating Safety uscgboating.org.

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