FSKA Monthly Meeting

FSKA Monthly Meeting
Agenda
1. Past & upcoming paddles
2. Annual Meeting
3. PFD discussion: https://paddling.com/learn/10-signs-its-time-to-buy-a-new-pfd?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=paddlenews-feb-04-2026
4. Safety Briefing:
FSKA PRE-PADDLE SAFETY BRIEFING / REQUIREMENTS OF OUR INSURANCE
- All paddlers must have completed and signed the current calendar year Liability Waiver. (Unless everyone has signed the wavier, nobody will be covered by the club's liability insurance.) Link:
https://form.jotform.com/210074080408142
- Emergency contact phone numbers. https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/d8wjn3y8fun5cvy7es3sx/h?rlkey=l0mng0i03xmofdtt3dsgllhlf&st=52f2edsi&dl=0
- Monitor weather and water conditions.
- Describe planned paddle route and potential hazards.
- If an emergency call 911 first. On marine radio off shore if available.
- All paddlers must meet Florida State and Coast Guard rules including having an approved PFD in good repair and a sounding device such as a whistle.
- Follow the boating rules of the road.
- Ensure all participants are off the water at the end of the event.
- Prohibited, alcohol or mind altering drug use prior to and during the paddle.
- Adhere to all current U.S. Coast Guard regulations for Coastal and Inland Waterways.
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