Re: [Paddlewise] [pylka_at_castle.net: Fw: I'm A Happy Paddler]

From: <Outfit3029_at_aol.com>
Date: Wed, 6 Sep 2000 06:49:01 EDT
In a message dated 9/6/00 2:47:47 AM !!!First Boot!!!, rsk_at_gsp.org writes:

<<  Safety of park visitors
 > >is also a concern, as the records of PWC use from both Pennsylvania and
 > >New Jersey show a disproportionate level of PWC accidents and injuries
 > >relative to the numbers of PWC users. >>

   We had a fatality and a severe injury in my area NE FL this past holiday 
weekend.
 The death was a newbie forty something male. Crashed into something solid. 
The injury was a newbie fourteen year old female. These were two separate 
incidents.
  It is my understanding that Jet Skis comprise 10% of the powerboat market 
and are involved in 30% of REPORTED boating accidents. I emphasize reported 
because I am sure that many (most) power boat injuries go unreported. If an 
injury occurs which requires more than first aid, you are required to report 
the incident.

  Bruce McC
  WEO
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