Whether you are opening your cottage, closing it up for the season or just visiting for the long weekend, here are a few tips to keep things stress free.
Follow these steps for a safe and stress free vacation:
- Check your car's lights, signals, tire pressure and fluids before the trip to the cottage
- Check your first aid kit and replace any missing supplies
- Check and maintain cottage smoke detectors and CO detectors
- Check the condition of boat(s), fuel lines and tanks
- Remove dry leaves and debris from the cottage roof and eaves to reduce the fire risk
- Prepare for extreme weather events - create a family emergency preparedness plan at the cottage
- Assemble a disaster safety kit for your cottage and car
- Talk to your neighbors - plan ahead for emergencies
- Talk to your insurance representative to review your cottage, car and boat coverage
- Pass along these tips to friends, family and neighbors
