There is no doubt that the waterways are safer with the presence of the Marine Patrol. What I remain opposed to is getting waved over for safety checks at the whim of an officer. Out on the roadways of NH the police do not just randomly pull you over. My boats are always operated safely and in respect of the law. My children and I have obtained certification in Boating Safety. And, we always outfit our boats properly in regards to safety gear. So....I do not like being pulled over. I think it is an intrusion.
'Janie' sited congestion due to the MP around the Barber's Pole. This is also the case many summer weekend days in front of the Wolfeboro town docks to name just one other area.
Lastly, the very large boat that the MP has practically swamped me in my kid's Whaler when they went by me and threw up an enormous wake. I was fishing at trolling speed and the waves literally came over the bow of my boat!!! Do we really need this?
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