Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman is offering tips for social distancing while boating. His letter is below –
Memorial weekend is usually the kick-off for our Boat and Water program. I know we cannot always count on the weather, but I want everyone to have a safe and enjoyable summer while spending time on the lakes boating, fishing, and swimming.
A goal of the Sheriff’s Office Boat and Water program is to increase patrol on all lakes to slow down the speeds, reports of careless driving, and decrease boat accidents. We have been doing an excellent job getting out and patrolling and I think it shows with only (1) minor boat accident in the last six years. This is something the Sheriff’s Office is very proud of and we want to continue making sure everyone is safe and enjoying their time out on the water.
Please follow all Boat and Water Safety, Laws & Regulations. If you have any questions, please check the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources website at www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/boatwater.
Be safe,
Sheriff Jim Tadman
