Hydroelectric facilities offer a number of recreational opportunities to the residents and visitor of the communities in which they operate. Brookfield Renewable N.A. reminds recreators that these opportunities come with the obligation to enjoy our waterways responsibly, which includes wearing a U.S. Coast Guard approved life jacket. Boaters and anglers also share responsibility in knowing their personal limitations, being aware of their surroundings, and understanding that boater safety barriers may not be in place at all locations due to underlying water conditions.

Finally, remember that while air temperatures may have warmed, water temperatures in various parts of the country remain dangerously cold for prolonged exposure.