On Saturday, July 21, Larry Berrio in partnership with Tourism Ontario will be hosting the annual Berrio on the Sandbanks at Lake Wahnapitae Provincial Park.
Members of the Greater Sudbury Police Service, the OPP and the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry Park wardens will be on site and patrolling the water in boats to ensure the safety of all those in attendance.
Greater Sudbury Fire Services and Greater Sudbury Paramedics will also be on hand and patrolling the water as a precaution.
Officers will be at the boat launches to educate community members on safe boating practices and to make sure that all boats are equipped with the proper safety equipment.
"A reminder to those who plan on attending the event, drinking and driving a boat on the water is the same as drinking and driving a vehicle on a roadway," said a GSPS news release.
"Those who make the choice to consume alcohol and operate a marine vessel will be charged with impaired driving."
It is also illegal to have any open alcohol in a boat and those who are found to have open alcohol in their possession will be charged accordingly.
"Our goal is to ensure the safety, security and wellness of our community members and to make sure everyone returns home safely to their loved ones. Please make the smart choice, do not drink and drive," said the news release.
Before you head out on the water, a careful check of your vessel and equipment is important. Take a few minutes to review Transport Canada’s Safe Boating Guide.
