Did you know that there have been 14 deaths on Kootenay Lake within the last 8 years? Did you know that cold water shock kills more people in Canada than hypothermia? Did you know that if you drink and boat you can be charged under the Criminal Code?

Sail Nelson is proud to host a free safe water & boating community event for all community members on May 25, 2019! Come out and learn how to be safe out on the water! Our partners are eager to share their knowledge and information with you to help you have a fun and safe summer.

Who is this event for?

Anyone who enjoys being outside! It’s not just for boaters! Bring the family, bring a friend! There will be a fun-filled scavenger hunt for the kits and lots of interesting information for parents. See you there!

Where?

Lakeside Park, Nelson BC

When?

Saturday, May 25, 2019 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

What can you expect?

We are adding more and more fun activities to the calendar each day, but so far here are a few of the fun things you can expect to find:

Lifejacket/PFD Fit Test: free fittings for PFDs to see if you or your little ones are wearing the right size.

Expired Flare Disposal: do you have expired flares and no idea what to do with them? Bring them down to Lakeside Park on May 25th and Nelson Fire will dispose of them safely for you.

K9 Major – BC Conservation’s newest officer! Meet four-legged officer K9 Major!

Scavenger Hunt: the kids will be busy finding hidden treasures and information at each booth! Get a stamp at each booth and be entered for prize draws!

SAR Equipment: come check out the gadgets and vehicles that Nelson SAR use to help save lives.

Wheel of Lake: test your Lake knowledge at the Friends of Kootenay Lake Booth!

Emergency Vehicles: Nelson Fire, Nelson Police and the Kootenay Emergency Response Physicians Association will have tools on hand for you to check out.

FREE Extinguisher Checks: have you had your extinguisher serviced lately? Get OneFire Safety to check it out for you! Free at this event only!

Where do you play safe? Check out our map of Canada and tell us where you love to play in the water!

Kootenay Lake Mysteries: What do the depths of Kootenay Lake hide? Visit our mystery booth to find out!

and much more!

Some of our partners include: