Because of the hard work of the Bizer clan and the magic of GPS, the lake is not the mystery it once was. Unless you are within 150' of shore, all the dangerous obstacles are clearly indicated on your Bizer map.
Buy a GPS program and Bizer map for the biggest screen you already own. An Ipad is great. A phone will do. Buy a paper map for backup.
Get a depth finder or fish finder. Keep an eye on it. If the depth readings start to shallow up unexpectedly, stop and figure out where you are.
Learn the main thoroughfares first. Keep the backwater exploring for later, after you get a feel for the lake. Same thing for night boating.
Avoid the bay in front of the Weirs on crazy crowded holiday, unless you like boat wakes.
Avoid the south end of the Broads when there is a strong north wind, unless you like whitecaps.
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