And it's not even 5 p.m. On major boating weekends the dockside crowd swells to as many as 80 spectators. On Memorial Day weekend, there were five boat collisions. A spectator said he watched a boat sink after its owner launched it without putting the drain plug in the lower transom. Marine law enforcement officers target Black Point Marina for spot safety checks and educational outreach.
Officers inspect boats to make sure there are enough life jackets and flare kits.
But when they see people doing something stupid, they go over and give them a few suggestions and offer them the safe boating class. This is where they get most of their students. 1 April 1967 3. July 1965 8. 23 November 1942 10.