Boating safety

Kyle Ascheman, 45, of Lake Geneva identified as the boater who wen missing Thursday

Fifteen people died in boating accidents in Wisconsin last year. In this episode of All Things Outdoors, Wisconsin DNR Conservation Warden Tim Otto talks about common themes in those accidents and what you can do to ensure a fun and safe summer.

Whether you’re towing the boat across the state or just down the road to the boat landing, Wisconsin State Patrol is encouraging drivers to play it safe.

The DNR says wearing a life jacket is the single, most effective way to prevent drowning

Maisy Livingston of Merrill has been identified as the person who died after falling off the back of a boat on Lake Alexander Sunday

Plenty of people will be on the water over the 4th of July Holiday weekend, and some of them will probably be drinking

In this episode of All Things Outdoors, WXPR's Katie Thoresen talks with Wisconsin DNR Conservation Warden Tim Otto about some simple steps you can take to make sure you're being safe while having fun.

Lack of life jackets on board is one of the most common violations the DNR sees among boaters.

As visitors and residents look to getting outside more over the upcoming holiday weekend, the Wisconsin DNR is encouraging people to do so safely.

Many people are getting out on the water before the ice sets in. WXPR's Katie Thoresen talks with Wisconsin DNR Conservation Warden Austin Babich about safety concerns this time of year.