Remember to
WEAR YOUR
Nashville District , Wolf Creek Project , Lake Cumberland
LIFEJACKET !
Lake Cumberland is an awesome recreation destination , with water sports being the predominant attraction . Whether you want to fly across the water in a high-powered catamaran , catch air off a wakeboat , or relax in a secluded cove with a waterfall for your backdrop , Lake Cumberland ’ s 1,255 miles of shoreline provide an infinite number of recreation experiences for every visitor . With all those water-based activities , safety equipment becomes paramount .
“ Life jackets or personal floatation devices ( PFDs ) are critical for a safe and enjoyable experience on
Lake Cumberland .” says Jonathan Friedman , resource manager of Lake Cumberland and Laurel River Lake . “ Not only does Kentucky State Law require persons under 12 years of age to wear a personal floatation device ( lifejacket ) while in the open portion of a boat that is under way , wearing a life jacket is simply the best insurance money can buy to make sure you get home safe .”
Life jackets come in all shapes , colors , sizes , and are very comfortable . Gone are the days of the old , orange , rectangular , bulky PFD that would go around the head and neck . Some PFDs can be worn
around the hips , some are made of neoprene and are soft to the touch , and some PFDs are dedicated for fast-flowing rivers and whitewater . Other life jackets are specifically engineered for wakeboarding , kayaking , fishing , and personal watercraft .
The U . S . Army Corps of Engineers wants you to remember the following tips :
- Wear a life jacket that fits ! A life jacket that fits is more likely to be worn .
- Make sure your PFD is U . S . Coast Guard approved !!! Water wings and
30 Stay & Play Lake Cumberland Region - Summer # 2 2022