Be proactive. Know the forecast.
If the weather conditions look poor or have the chance to be poor, don’t paddle. Check the forecast when planning your paddling trip. If the weather conditions look poor or have the chance to be poor, don’t paddle. Always keep in mind forecasts aren’t always accurate. If you find yourself out on a paddle and you begin seeing dark clouds or lightning in the distance, hear thunder, or notice a pickup of high winds and/or feel cooler air, here’s our top tips for staying safe. We recommend that you:
- Get to the shore/bank and away from the water as quickly as you can and seek shelter in a building or vehicle. Don’t shelter beneath tall or isolated trees
- Prioritize protecting yourself and if needed leave your equipment by the water’s edge. Call customer support if your rental is still active.
- If you find yourself in a situation where you are exposed to the elements with nowhere to shelter, make yourself as small a target as possible.
