Get sufficient training to unlock, prepare and move the boat(s) safely on it’s sled to the water ramp
Slip the boat into the waters of Lake Deston and tie it up
NOSE POINTED OUT INTO THE LAKE
Return the sled to the secured DB area. Do not leave it at the doc, oor on any pavement
Load immediately and push off. ***IF THERE IS ANOTHER BOAT (fishing, kayak, air, canoe, sail etc) give them the right of way to launch and load BEFORE you proceed.
Load quickly and push away. Leave launch canal
Boat Retrieval
Give “Right-Of-Way” to fishing boats that are launching OR retrieving at the same time as you’re returning to shore. Offer to help the, if needed.
Exit the boat, draw it onto the sled and IMMEDIATELY, return it per training to the DB storage area.
Clean the boat, install the cover COMPLETELY, and LOCK IT UP.
Report any damage or concerns immediately to Ron Schultz
On the Water
You MUST wear a approved PFD at all times in the boat
You MUST have a safety kit in the boat at all times
The kit MUST include a working horn & whistle in case of an emergency
You MUST leave the launch canal and paddle 100 Meters from the Fishing Dock before letting it run.
You CAN NOT paddle within 100M of a fishing boat
You CAN NOT paddle within 50M of a recreational kayak or any other non-fishing boat
When returning to the dock, please respect the fisherment who maybe on the dock and keep the noise level to a minumum (NO SHOUTING)
Parking Policy
To accommodate ALL BOATERS using the lake we have agreed to:
Park ONLY in the area designated for Dragon Boaters
That area is SOUTH of the white restroom building (east side)
You may NOT PARK beyond the building or any closer to the lake
Exceptions have been made for ADA compliance – BUT – you MUST have an approved, current, valid Handicap Tag or placard.
DO NOT PARK ON ANY PAVED SURFCE. This is to accommodate boaters towing boats on trailers to have clear access and sufficient maneuvering room.
If you are a member of the DRAGONEERS you MSUT have a DRAGONEER parking decal in the rear window or on the rear of your vehicle for instant observation and recognition
If you violate the parking agreement the club has with the City of Wildwood you will be WARNED, then FINED, then REMOVED FROM THE TEAM by the Board.
WE ALL must HONOR THIS PARKING POICY AT ALL TIMES, NO MATTER THE DATE, WEATHER, OR TIME OF DAY.
