Welcome to Deep Creek Marina's Reference Guide!

Please be sure to review ALL categories listed in our Reference Guide to be sure you're ready to safely enjoy your boating experience!

People in the water may not be visible from helm. Before starting your engine, walk around the boat and look in the water to make certain that no one is in the water near the boat
Account for all your passengers prior to starting the engine
Never allow passengers to board or exit your boat from the water when engines are on - or idling (your propeller may continue to spin)
Educate passengers about the location and danger of the propellers
Avoid call to attention to any propeller warning labels around on your boat
Be especially alert when operating in congested areas and never enter swimming zone
Take extra precautions near boats that are towing skiers or inflatables
Never permit passengers to ride on the bow, gunwale, transom, seatbacks, or other locations where they might fall overboard
Ensure each passenger is in a designed occupant
Move passenger positions to suit water conditions. Insist all passengers use available handholds while the boat is underway
Children should be watched carefully while onboard
Establish clear rules for swim platform use, boarding ladders, and seating (if possible, passengers should remain seated at all times)
If someone falls overboard, STOP! Then slowly turn the boat around, and keep the person in sight as you approach. Assign a passenger to continuously monitor the person in the water. Turn your engine off FIRST and then bring the person to safety
Never put your boat in reverse to pick someone up out of the water; circle around again