- Tell someone where you are going, when you expect to return, and where to call if you don’t.
- Make sure that your water skills and experience are equal to the river and the conditions.
- Never boat alone. Always have at least one (preferably two) other boats with you on a river trip.
- Wear a Coast Guard approved type III-V, properly adjusted life jacket at all times when you are in or near the river.
- Know your limits of swimmers rescue and self rescue on rivers.
- Know when and how to swim for the eddy.
- Reduce injuries by wearing protective foot wear and proper clothing designed for river recreation.
- Be prepared for extremes in weather, especially cold.
- Know about hypothermia and how it can affect you.
- Plan your trip and stick to your plan.
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Backcountry Hunters & Anglers: Local Outdoorsmen Rally to Save the Cutoff
We are continuing to rally with Backcountry Hunters & Anglers (BHA) and Save the Cutoff to ensure access to one of the finest fisheries in east Texas, the historic Cutoff