It is your responsibility to see that no one is hurt getting the boat in or out of the water, and that the boat is not damaged in the process. On the water, even if you remember nothing else, you must give steering first priority. Please review the safety information on the back pages of the CLRA Members Guide. In an emergency, you, the Cox will be responsible for directing your crew out of danger. Be prepared to flag the coach for further help.
Weather conditions can change suddenly, even on our small lake.
If you have started out on a practice and run into fog, turn around and head back where it's clear to wait for instructions from the coach. Dense fog will not only hide other boats from your view, but muffle their sounds as well. Return to the boathouse as well if there is lightning nearby. In all cases, follow the coach's instructions. This web page was last updated on July 25, 2001.