Although it may not always feel like summer, residents are advised to take caution when enjoying summer activities on and around the water.

Bob Chabot, is the Staff Sergeant for Shoal Lake. He says he hopes Manitobans are responsible when boating.

“Our recommendation is that your vessel is in good working order, that you have all the proper safety equipment,  and that it all works. And let someone know where you’re going, how long you’ll be out, and when you’re coming back.”

Chabot says RCMP usually hand out deficiency reports to boats stopped on the water. A deficiency report shows what the boater is missing on their vessel and how much it would cost if a fine was given.

The same fines that are handed out for drinking and driving can also be handed out for drinking and boating.