Dept. of Natural Resources: Boaters: wear a life jacket this fall

Stay safe and enjoy Wisconsin's waters this fall. / Photo Credit: Wisconsin DNR MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges all boaters to prioritize safety this fall, especially when boating in cold water conditions. So far in 2025, 13 boating fatalities have occurred. In many cases, a life jacket was not worn.  “Life jackets are the simplest and most effec...