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	Name:	PikeSki -
	Subject:	Boating etiquette question
	Date:	7/17/2012 11:48:55 AM

Have you thought about putting your boat(s) on a boat lift? This way it/they will be out of harms way when the rolling waves approach. If you do not have a boat lift, putting them on a trailer and pulling them out of the water just a few feet after use is also a good option. (I did this for many years and it works very well. It's almost easier then a boat lift).

Also, a recommendation for a floating dock is to have one made where the frame is all steel. Wood framed floating docks on a public lake will come apart no matter how well built.

I also live on a fairly wide slough. When we built out dock we decided against a floating dock just for this reason. Our part of the lake and its sloughs are all just about the same width everywhere so there isn't really a wide 'main' channel to ski down. Also keep in mind that wakeboarders, skiers, and barfooters will always look for a slough to ski in since the water is calmer and this is important for these sports to have calmer water.

I don't think anyone in our area creates waves on purpose to cause damage or to upset neighbors. They are simply enjoying the public lake and enjoying their water sports. Again, it's the owners responsibility to take care of their own property.