Wind and water conditions
Check the weather, wind, currents and water level. Follow local restrictions, respect protected areas and take account of water-control structures and other vessels; do not set out if conditions or permissions are uncertain. In Parco Lombardo della Valle del Ticino, non-motorised craft must not enter backwaters and oxbow channels (“lanche e mortizze”) from 1 March to 30 June. Isolated waters in protected riverside zones are closed to access. From 15 April to 31 July, stay off marked nesting sites on river beaches. These restrictions do not automatically close the entire main river; check the exact sector and each bank’s rules.
Markers and other users
Respect channels, swimming areas, harbours, other craft and local restrictions.
Protected areas
Do not land in prohibited or fragile areas; reserves may require permission.
Equipment
Use the required buoyancy equipment and follow the operator’s navigation limits.