Cottage Safety: Tips For Summer Sports And Activities

Summer at the cottage is full of exciting and fun activities. Swimming, boating, roasting marshmallows by the campfire and fishing, to name a few of these activities, all provide lasting memories for friends and family. That being said, precautions must be taken to ensure your family and visitors are safe while on your property.

All watercraft should be insured. A standard policy which applies to cottages does not cover watercraft. As well, there are various distinctions between the types of watercraft to be insured and to what extent. Often this is expressed in terms of jet ski type craft or boat, and by engine horsepower. If you have any of these watercraft at your cottage, contact your insurance broker and advise them of the exact details of the watercraft so as to obtain the appropriate insurance coverage. Always wear lifejackets when using watercrafts.