Broads Authority calls on canoers and kayakers to take care and stay safe
Data from the RNLI found their crews saved more than twice the amount of canoers and kayakers last year, compared to 2021
Last updated 7th Aug 2023
The man in charge of an East Norfolk national park is calling for motor-boats to obey speed-limits and water-sport enthusiasts to make themselves visible, this summer
As data from the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) found their crews saved more than twice the amount of canoers and kayakers, last year compared to 2021.
"Most people are relatively safe and sensible"
John Packman is chief executive of the Broads Authority:
"We obviously have other boats that use the waterways. So watching out for them, keeping to the right hand side of the channel, giving way to motorboats and watching out for sailing boats is vital. In addition to that, we would advise people to wear a buoyancy aid and tether".
"Most people are relatively safe and sensible about it all. Our main concern is making sure collisions are avoided.
"There are speed limits on the broads, so as long as paddleboarders are visible- we shouldn't have too much of an issue".
"It's relatively cheap and easy to get involved in paddle-boarding. People see it and can go and get a board for a relatively small amount of money.
"We have got some videos for people who are new to this, so they can see some safety information. I'd advise those who has brought a paddle-board recently to have a look at".