Lake Group Announces Best Rules  

Lake Group Announces Best Rules With the coming of the summer boating season, the Lake Maxinkuckee Association patrol boat will be in service until after Labor Day. Each year boating injuries and fatal ies have mounted, and for the snfei'y of both boaters and bathers, extreme care; should be taken in the operati on of motor boats. Tne Lake Association is placing markers (yellow and white buoys) at the 200 foot line around the lake, and according to Indiana State Boating Laws, all boats are required to observe minimum speed within these marked areas. The attention of the public is directed to Section 31 of the Indiana Boating Laws, which reads as follows: "No person shall moor or attach any boat to any buoy, beacon, light marker, stake, flag or other aid to safe operation place d upon the waters of this state, or by others under authority of the State of Indiana, nor shall move, remove, displace, tamper w i t h , damage or destroy the same under penalty of the law." The Lake Association reports that in the past many of these markers have been removed or tampered with, and they would appreciate the cooperation of all boaters in keeping the markers intact. Also all boat operators should familiarize themselves with the Indiana Boating Laws, especially as to speeds permitted, boating areas, water-ski regulations, lifesaving equipment required, running lights, boat licenses and certificates of registration. Orders have been issued by the Indiana Conservation Department that strict compliance with all boating regulations will be required. These laws and regulations are for your own safety and the safety of others, and will be enforced. Due to constant safety patrolling of Lake Maxinkuckee a fine record of absence of major accidents has been established, and it is the hope of everyone concerned that this record be continued. The cooperation of all iboaters and the general public is necessary to keep the lake safe for everyone. - June 9 1966 Citizen