DNR courtesy boat inspections set for Memorial Day weekend
Published on 5/15/2008
In an effort to keep state waterways safe during the upcoming Memorial Day holiday weekend, the S.C. Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division will again be conducting courtesy safety inspections at some public boat landings.
The Memorial Day holiday weekend is considered the first blast of summer and one of the busiest weekends of the year on state waters.
DNR boating safety and enforcement officers will perform a quick, but thorough, inspection for items such as required safety equipment and proper boat and motor registration. "Those who are not in compliance with safety regulations or registration requirements will not be ticketed during the complimentary inspections," said Col. Alvin Taylor, deputy director of the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Law Enforcement Division. "Instead, they will be given an opportunity to correct the problem before they launch their boat."
DNR officers also will be available to answer questions and give boaters tips on how to stay safe on the water.
To report boating violations such as reckless operation or an intoxicated boat operator, call the DNR toll-free, 24-hour hotline at 1-800-922-5431. For a copy of South Carolina's boating regulations, to find out about local boating safety courses or to obtain a free float plan form, contact the DNR Boating Safety Office at 1-800-277-4301 or visit the DNR Web site at www.dnr.sc.gov/boating/index.html.
Courtesy safety inspections at the following locations and times:
Horry County
* Craig Campbell Landing -- (9 a.m. to noon, May 24)
* Conway Marina -- (9 a.m. to noon, May 25)
* Enterprise Landing -- (9 a.m. to noon, May 26)
Georgetown County
* Georgetown Ball Park -- (9 a.m. to noon, May 24)
* Murrells Inlet -- (9 a.m. to noon, May 25)
* Wacca Wache -- (9 a.m. to noon, May 26)
* Black River at Andrews -- (9 to 11 a.m., May 24)
* Black River at Kingstree -- (4 to 6 p.m., May 23)
* Little Pee Dee at Galivants Ferry -- (4 to 6 p.m., May 25)
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DNR protects and manages South Carolina's natural resources by making wise and balanced decisions for the benefit of the state's natural resources and its people. Find out more about DNR at www.dnr.sc.gov.
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