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Boat Ownership- Rules and Regulations
Owning a boat brings with it much responsibility. You can take the time to learn about boat ownership either before or after you purchase your boat, depending on which works best for you. For some, learning after buying is better because they might think they're buying a boat but end up not buying one, which would make the education that they got previously useless. It really depends on your specific situation and where you live, because the rules are different for each state. Boat licensing and registration isn't a uniform policy, and will vary based on where you live.
For example, there are a couple of states like Hawaii where owning a boat doesn't require a lot of education or even a license. Anyone who is over the age of 16 can legally operate a boat in these states without any proper licensing or training. More states require at least a little bit of education for boaters to be able to operate a boat. Usually a safety course and a certificate of completion is all that is needed in order for you to be able to operate a boat in these states. There are a few other states that require full licensure just like that which is required for drivers, which makes owning a boat a little more complicated in the end. However, knowing the exact laws for your state will help you to determine what you need and the rules of the water.
You can find a lot of information on boat ownership, rules, and requirements for boat owners. Depending on what you want to know, there are a variety of resources for your needs. If you're looking for information on registration and licensure, you wouldn't search the same places as you would if you were shopping for a boat, for obvious reasons. Taking the time and effort to find the information you need and be an informed boater are the keys to your success in boat ownership.
The rules and regulations of boating vary greatly depending on your location, but are basically the same. All waters have speed limits and regulations as to which kinds of boats are and aren't allowed, as well as rules on the proper operation of your vessel. Depending on what you want and need, you can find just about everything to help you have a safer, more enjoyable experience as a boat owner.
For more information, check out other boat resources here.
Submitted by: michelle
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Added: Wed Jan 14 2009
