What's Different About Fall Boating?

Follow these five boating safety tips to ensure a great day on the water.

Other than the colors of trees and cooler temperatures, what's different about boating in the fall? A lot, according to the BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water, especially when it comes your safety aboard. One big issue is there are fewer boats – often the quickest pathway to a rescue – on the water, so flagging down a good Samaritan just got harder. So what's your plan to stay safe? Here are five fall boating safety tips.

1. Always leave a float plan. It co...