NewsBoaters advised to take caution when launching SHARE ON: Smith Autumn, contributor, Wednesday, May. 7th, 2014 Boating season is something to celebrate, but OPP are warning boaters that water temperatures are still cold enough to cause hypothermia. Anyone loading their boats at this time should be wearing a life jacket and taking the proper precautions.Boaters are also reminded some lakes may still have floating ice or objects that could cause damage. Tags: Boat launching 2014