| New Philadelphia Canoe Rentals Safety Tips Limit alcohol consumption. Many accidents and deaths in recreational water activities are attributed to excessive alcohol use Wear life jackets Stay away from over fallen trees along river banks. Submerged tree branches can capsize a canoe, entangle paddlers, and cause injury or death Trips For An Enjoyable Adventure Bring a small amount of food and drink Wear old tennis shoes and clothing Wear a hat and other clothing for sun protection Leave valuable items like jewelry, billfolds, keys, cell phones at home, in your car, or secured and protected with you while paddling If canoe capsizes, swim down river towards the nearest bank. Your physical safety is more important than any canoe equipment or personal items stay on the scheduled trip. Undue lateness is a cause for great concern and emergency rescue personnel may be notified Stay away from the wall of the "old Tusky State Dam". Go down the middle of the river or to river left Don't ever attempt to go over the Washington Street Dam. The log jams and river hydraulics can easily cause death Don't ever paddle through the gates at Dover Dam |