of Natural Resources webpage for more information about the program.
“Boat sales skyrocketed during the pandemic,” said DuPage Forest Preserve District Police Sgt. Rick Splittgerber, who is teaching the course. “I encourage everyone to attend a boater safety class, especially first-time boat owners regardless of age. The class helps reduce personal injury and property damage associated with the use of recreational boats.”
The top five contributing factors in boating accidents are operator inattention, operator inexperience, improper lookout, excessive speed, and machinery failure, Splittgerber said.
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About the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County has been connecting people to nature for more than 100 years. More than 6.2 million people visit its 60 forest preserves, 166 miles of trails, six education centers and scores of programs each year. For information, call 630-933-7200 or visit dupageforest.org, where you can also link to the District’s e-newsletter, blog, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok pages.