Boating Fun Hello, I’m _____________ and I am with the Coast Guard Auxiliary. We do safety patrol’s on the lake and teach safe boating to both adults and students like your self. I am going to read you a story about safe boating

“Let’s talk about my 6 rules” Coastie Says “Let’s talk about my 6 rules” Everyone read aloud

“Don’t Just Pack It – Wear It!” “Wear Your Life Jacket” “Coastie Says” “Don’t Just Pack It – Wear It!” “Wear Your Life Jacket” Everyone read aloud. Coasties Rule #1

“Coastie Says” “Never Ride on the Bow (front) of a Boat because you might fall in and you may not float. Also, stay seated and remember to Balance the Boat” Coasties Rule #2

“Reach or Throw but NEVER Go” Coastie Says “Reach or Throw but NEVER Go” Everyone read aloud Coasties Rule #3

“Swim With a Buddy in a Supervised Area” “Coastie Says” “Swim With a Buddy in a Supervised Area” Everyone read aloud. Coasties Rule #4

“Coastie Says” “Look before you leap” Coasties Rule #5 Everyone read aloud Then ask how many students know how to swim? Coasties Rule #5

“Coastie Says” “Learn to Swim” Coasties Rule #6 Everyone read aloud Then ask how many students know how to swim? Coasties Rule #6

“Always Pick up Your Trash” Coastie Says “Always Pick up Your Trash” Everyone read aloud

“Ask Mom & Dad to take a Safe Boating Course” Coastie Says “Ask Mom & Dad to take a Safe Boating Course” Everyone read aloud

“Safety First Is the Rule, Follow It and You’ll Be COOL” Coastie Says “Safety First Is the Rule, Follow It and You’ll Be COOL” Everyone read aloud

“Have a safe and fun summer. Coastie Says “Have a safe and fun summer. Good bye.”