Okoboji, IA (KICD) — Boating season has already begun, but with the Memorial Day weekend upon us, Iowa Department of Natural Resources Enforcement Captain Greg Harson has some safety reminders.

Harson says the number of boats on East and West Okoboji makes caution, courtesy, and awareness especially important.

Harson says boat operators should be up to speed on how their vessel operates and on Iowa DNR Boating regulations before heading out.