Failure to comply with boating regulations set down by the state or Coast Guard (in Navigable Rivers) while under way, constitutes reckless operation. Improper anchorage could also be construed as reckless operation if it can result in property damage or injury.
Failure to comply with boating regulations while under way is reckless operation. Improper anchorage can be construed as reckless operation if it creates a hazard to property or life.
Anything that looks reckless, like swerving at the last minute to avoid a collision, driving faster than is allowed, not being careful of swimmers and other vessels, etc.
A boating license is only required in North Carolina if you are operating a vessel propelled by a motor of 10 HP or greater.
BUI is Boating under influence, compared to DUI or Driving under influence.
In most states, and coastal waters of the US, children must be wearing their life vests on powered vessels, (and some sailboats) at all times unless the gunwhales of the vessel are sufficiently high enough to prevent their falling overboard. This precludes most vessels under 28 feet long. {oared vessels differ in these regulations from state to state, but generally are not covered under boating regulations for sail or powered vessels}.
In most states, and coastal waters of the US, children must be wearing their life vests on powered vessels, (and some sailboats) at all times unless the gunwhales of the vessel are sufficiently high enough to prevent their falling overboard. This precludes most vessels under 28 feet long. {oared vessels differ in these regulations from state to state, but generally are not covered under boating regulations for sail or powered vessels}.
If you are boating at night, and you see a single white light on another boat this light tells you that you are overtaking another vessel or it is anchored. It is mandatory for all engine powered boats and shines forward. If there is no light it indicates a sailboat under sail.
If you are boating at night, and you see a single white light on another boat this light tells you that you are overtaking another vessel or it is anchored. It is mandatory for all engine powered boats and shines forward. If there is no light it indicates a sailboat under sail.
Rules of the Road.Rule 35InternationalSound Signals in Restricted visibility.(c) A vessel not under command, a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver, a vessel constrained by her draft, a sailing vessel, a vessel engaged in fishing, and a vessel engaged in towing or pushing another vessel shall, instead of the signals prescribed in paragraphs (a) or (b) of this rule, sound at intervals of not more than two minutes three blast in succession, namely one prolonged followed by two short blast.
A submarine is a vessel that can travel both on the surface and under the water.
ANSWER: those younger than 18 yearsExplanation:Persons at least 12 years old but less than 18 years old may operate a motorized vessel, including personal watercraft, only if: They complete a boating safety course and possess a boating safety education card accepted by the Department of Natural Resources OR they are accompanied by and under the direct control of a parent, a guardian, or a person at least 18 years old designated by the parent or guardian.
Most boating accidents occur when the weather is calm and clear and winds are light. The main cause of boating accidents is human error.