The reservoir became a popular location for water-skiing, and televised championships were often held there.
en.wikipedia.org I think water-skiing would be all right if the elephant isn't afraid of it and likes to do it.
en.wikipedia.org Recreational activities are popular on this lake, including: fishing, canoeing, cliff-diving, water-skiing, wakeboarding, tubing as well as the annual regatta.
en.wikipedia.org There are opportunities for boating, fishing, camping, swimming, water-skiing, and hiking in the park.
en.wikipedia.org Other recreational activities include boating, canoeing, swimming and water-skiing in summer and ice fishing and snowmobiling in the winter.
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