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This is the Home Page of Newport Landing Lake and Homeowners Association
It has been announced that there will be a new website for Newport Landing. It is currently up and running the address is: www.newportlandinghoa.com/ Thanks to Kelly Kontz and Derrek Kruse we have a new website. The beautiful new website will feature new and interesting things. Please be patient as they are still adding and upgrading. This site will still be open for now but please wander over to the new site and see it features. If you have any questions, concerns or input please let me know and I will pass them along. State Patrolled Lake?The answer is yes the State does have the right to show up unannounced and cite people for boat safety or lack of State tags. This lake is under the rule of the State Games and Park Commission concerning boating and fishing. I heard a comment that they did notice many boats with out State numbers or tags on them up on lifts, when they were here, so I would not be surprised if they show up again.
Night time boating: Remember if you are boating after sundown the speed limit is 5 MPH on the entire lake. You must have the approved running lights on at all times. Also if you are listening to music please turn down the volume after 10pm. There are a fair amount of new boaters on the lake this year so if you see someone who is not following the rules please kindly let them know what is right. Remember drinking alcohol while boating is dangerous. All the rules concerning drunk driving automobiles pertains to boating. You can loose your drivers licences if you are under the influence while driving a boat. A designated driver also applies to boating. Remember also if you are out in the hot sun alcohol also contributes to heat stroke. I would like to point out also that the covenants state the each home owner can have only 2 water craft out on the lake at a time. Please bear this in mind on this busy holiday weekend. Don't hog the lake. Also be aware of the docks just past the west bridge slow down a touch especially if they are trying to dock their boats. Stay at least 30 feet away from all docks especially as you round the corner coming out of the west bridge. Have a happy and safe Memorial Day. Think and be courteous. Please reviewSLOW NO WAKE MEANS 5 MPH, FYIDear Residents, As we approach the Fourth of July holiday I thought I'd take some time to talk about jet skis and safety. I think many residents on the lake have or use jet skis. It is usually what I hear most, “This jet ski did this. That jet ski did that.” While the thrill of a jet skiing comes from speeding across the water, this doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t do it responsibly. Jet skiers have responsibilities to other water users – as a well as themselves – to ride in a safe and sensible manner. It’s important to know how to stay safe and how to behave with respect to other users when sharing the water. The following realbuzz.com guide therefore aims to give you a few safety tips as well as the low-down on jet skiing rules and etiquette – which will ensure you operate your jet ski in the correct manner and stay safe while you enjoy yourself!. (I'm not picking on you jet skiers but the jet ski is usually the craft that incurs the most accidents and gets the most complaints.) Right of way Boats and other vessels always have the right of way – so when you’re approaching an oncoming craft, stay to the right. Also, if you are about to cross paths with another boat or jet ski, the craft on the right side has the right of way. (Our lake has a traffic pattern so please know it and follow it especially when there others on the lake.) Awareness You should always be on the lookout for traffic on the water. It’s best to know where other boats are and where they’re heading before you make a turn or cross a wake. Sadly, collisions are the most common type of accident when jet skiing – so take particular attention to what other craft are around you and where they are going. Wave or wake jumping If your course takes you across the wake of another craft, make sure that the craft does not obstruct both your own visibility and your visibility to others. Larger boats may not see you, and may not be able to get out of your way in time to avoid a collision. Stay a safe distance from other craft, 100 feet or more. Never follow a boat towing closer than 300 feet. Operating speed Speed limits are usually set by local regulations or by-laws, so follow the limits, (50mph) whether they are posted or not. It is your responsibility to know the local speed limit, and failure to keep to it could end up with you facing a fine – or worse still, being involved in an accident. In congested areas it might be wise to lower your speed accordingly, just as you would if you were driving a car. (Always observe the no wake buoys. I think some think this doesn't apply to them but it does. Please slow down in the coves!) Wear the proper safety equipment Wear an approved life jacket and eye protection to prevent water spray from obscuring your vision. Tennis shoes or deck shoes and gloves offer better control of your machine, while a wet suit provides protection from the elements. A whistle attached to your life jacket can be used to summon help in the event of an emergency situation. Safety lanyard Never operate your jet ski without the safety lanyard attached to you, as the lanyard will immediately cut the jet ski's engine if you fall from the craft. This safety feature can help to prevent bad accidents – so always use it! Noise Be conscious of the noise your craft makes. The best way to avoid noise complaints is to avoid operating at high speed near to the shoreline, waterfront properties and other boaters. You should also reduce noise early in the morning. In addition, always start the jet ski engine in the water, and warm up the engine before you set off. Environment It shouldn’t need saying, but don’t spill fuel, oil or leave litter or other pollutants where they don’t belong. Also, don’t operate your jet ski close to wildlife or aquatic vegetation. This will minimize the impact your craft has on nature, as well as spare the craft’s machinery from unnecessary damage. Other water enthusiasts Jet skiers must share the waterways with boats, fisherman, swimmers, surfers, and water skiers. You should keep your distance and respect their rights to safety, access and use of the water. More on Jet skis... Lets face it, jet skis are frowned upon among home owners and many boaters out there. Primarily due to the ignorance and lack of respect riders show there fellow water sport enthusiasts. By following these simple basic guidelines "for starters" we can all enjoy the stress free waters. Whether solo or with a passenger, jet skis are a great form of summer fun on the water. It's important to operate jet skis safely and to always be considerate of others on or near the water. (Emphasize these guidelines to your guests as well. Remember if you allow guests yo use you jet skis you are still responsible. I think many of the complaints are about guest who do not know the lake rules and basic safety guidelines.)
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