New York Boating Law Administrator Paul Littman also joined JoDee to talk about making sure you have the proper lifejacket and that you’re wearing it correctly. Always wear one that’s the right fit, and don’t wait until you need it to put it on. While New York Laws do permit people to drink while operating a boat, Littman says an operator should never become intoxicated and all boaters should keep an eye on their speed on the water.

You can watch the full interview with New York Boating Law Administrator Paul Littman in the video player above. And be sure to tune in for a look inside the biggest issues impacting Upstate New York, on In Focus with JoDee Kenney — every Sunday on Spectrum News 1.