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Name:
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EPK
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Counselling?
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5/13/2004 8:21:13 AM
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Thanks for the comp. I always thought of it, though, as common sense. As I've stated in the past, however, common sense is not too common.
Going through all these posts regarding the noise ords and inconsiderate boat owners makes ya' wonder what the lake has come to, and, will continue to develop into. Yes, I remember having a fairly fast boat and opening-up the throttle, but, only when a few "life" guidelines I have learned were followed:
- are my actions going to be legal, moral, ethical, and safe? Well, doing 50-60 is great fun, its in open water, its away from residential areas, and I have the kill-cord attached. Yep, time for fun.
- do I need it or want it? Heck, thats easy. I wanted to go fast yet no need to go fast (unless in an emergency situation).
- worry about number-1 (myself) but be considerate of others. I had myself ready and others in the boat were ready. I wasn't worried about people on shore but I was always considerate of their presence and property. Of course, worrying about myself has changed recently, i.e., I worry about my family as much as myself.
- local noise ords followed? As far as I know, 7-am to 10-pm during the week, 7-am to 11-pm (some places are 1-am) on the weekends.
- and the final guideline, Golden Rule? Well, I would have no problem with these boat owners if they wanted to have fun and follow somewhat similar guidelines.
So, being able to go fast, not disrupt others (even though the noise could be heard across the lake), not disturb property (too much since away from shore), safety precautions, and everyone in the boat knew what to do in a "what-if" situation. Let'er rip!
If anyone thinks the above is a crock, try this. Apply them to yourself when you are in the same situation. Even try a hypothetical situation. If they can't be applied, let me know so that I can learn from your experience.
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