Memorial Day weekend on Clinton Lake was rather ideal.

That's according to DNR Conservation Police Captain John Williamson who says the weather over the weekend wasn't the greatest but boaters and recreators alike made time on the water and did so with minimal issues. 

DNR Deputy Director Rachel Torbert, joining Capt. Williamson on the WHOW Morning Show Wednesday, indicates there are a lot of new boaters on our waterways this year. She is imploring those new boaters to know and understand the rules of the water.

The Memorial Day weekend is often viewed as the unofficial kickoff to the summer boating season. Capt. Williamson points out boaters need to be aware, the days and week ahead of the Fourth of July weekend, there will be extra patrols out panning for intoxicated operators.