Michael Golden

Identifying Clouds for Outdoor Adventure Lovers

Boating safety protects people and property on open water by reducing risks such as capsizing, hypothermia, and delayed rescue.

Outdoor water safety means understanding hazards, preparing the right equipment, and practicing predictable behaviors that reduce drowning risk and injury during lake, river, or open water swims. Recent studies and safety organizations show that simple measures—like wearing approved personal flotation devices, using the buddy system, and recognizing cold water shock—dramatically lower incident rates, so learning specific rules and gear choices matters for every swimmer