Nebraska Game and Parks Commission
As the popularity of stand-up paddleboarding continues to rise, Nebraska Game and Parks reminds paddlers to follow these safety tips to ensure a safe and enjoyable time on the water.
Check your equipment
Before leaving home and again at the destination, make sure your paddleboard and other equipment are in good condition. If you are using an inflatable stand-up paddleboard, inflate it to the proper PSI before launching.
Wear a leash
Always wear the leash that connects you to your board. If you fall off, it will ensure your board doesn’t travel without you.
Ankle leashes are great for calm water, but quick-release waist-belt leashes are good for rivers or water bodies where waves, unpredictable wind or underwater hazards can be an issue.
Wear a PFD
In Nebraska, a U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal floatation device is required on the paddleboard for each person on the vessel. Children aged 12 and under must always wear a properly sized PFD…