The real danger is not an octopus ... it's not being prepared for your day on the water.
Ten people have tragically died this year in kayaking accidents… and sadly most were avoidable. The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is committed to preventing future incidents and deaths and has partnered with Fresh Air Educators to offer this free Paddlesport Safety Course.
We urge you to take this course. It takes only 15 minutes, and it could save your life.
THE REAL MONSTERS
25x
Your body loses heat 25x faster when immersed in cold water.
Find out what to do if you capsize in cold water85%
85% of canoeing fatalities involve people not wearing a life jacket.
Find out how to choose the right life jacket for you77%
In 77% of fatal boating accidents, the boater hasn't taken a safety course.
Take the course & paddle with confidence - it's free!BE PREPARED. BE CONFIDENT. BE NOT AFRAID.
The bottom line is paddling is more fun when you know what to expect on the water and what to do if something goes wrong.