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ACCIDENT
REPORTING
Boat operators are required by law to
file a Boating Accident Report with their
state boating law enforcement agency
if their boat is involved in any of the fol-
lowing accidents:
1. There is loss of life or probable loss
of life.
2. There is personal injury which
requires medical attention beyond
first aid.
3. There is damage to boats or other
property which exceeds $500.00.
4. There is complete loss of a boat.
Contact local law enforcement person-
nel if a report is necessary.
ENJOY YOUR BOAT
RESPONSIBLY
You share the areas you enjoy when
operating your boat with others and
with nature.
So your enjoyment
includes a responsibility to treat these
other people, and the lands, waters,
and wildlife with respect and courtesy.
Whenever and wherever you are boat-
ing, think of yourself as the guest of
those around you. Remember, for
example, that the sound of your boat
may be music to you, but it could be
just noise to others. And the exciting
splash of your wake can make waves
others won't enjoy. Avoid riding close to
shoreline homes and waterfowl nesting
areas or other wildlife areas, and keep
a respectful distance from fishermen,
other boats, swimmers, and populated
beaches. When travel in areas like
these is unavoidable, operate slowly
and obey all laws.
Remember that pollution can be harm-
ful to the environment. Do not refuel or
add oil where a spill could cause dam-
age to nature. And keep your surround-
ings pleasant for the people and wildlife
that share the waterways: don't litter!
When you go boating responsibly, with
respect and courtesy for others, you
help ensure that our waterways stay
open for the enjoyment of a variety of
recreational opportunities.
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