Cracking open a cold drink on the water is a summertime ritual in Michigan. Whether you are floating on a pontoon at Torch Lake, cruising Lake St. Clair, or relaxing at the dock, alcohol is part of the boating culture for many. But just because you are on the water does not mean the law…
Every summer, Michigan’s lakes, rivers, and inland waterways fill with families, thrill-seekers, and vacationers looking to unwind. But beneath the surface of all that recreation lies a troubling pattern. Despite safety laws, public awareness campaigns, and decades of data, fatal boating accidents continue to happen. The reasons are not new. In fact, the same careless…
Summer in Michigan means boating, tubing, kayaking, and spending time on the water but before you head out, it’s important to know the state’s life jacket laws. Whether you’re cruising Lake Michigan or paddling through a quiet inland lake, Michigan law requires life jackets (also called personal flotation devices or PFDs) in many situations and…