New to boating...shocked safety course not mandatory!

[gtxrider]

1. How is it possible to rent a boat or jetski without being certified? Would AVIS rent a car to a person with no license?

2. If we see a person violating the law should we notify the MP?


I just got back from two great weeks but I saw a few jerks riding boats and jetskis. I know that some of the jetski riders were under age or have no certification. In one case the Mount laid on the HORN when one kid was running around the Mount while passing Sandy Point (not a lot a room in the channel there).
Yeah the Mount always gives the horn a short blast at the Point but this toot was early and LLLLOOONNNNGGGG.

PS, its a Yellow and Silver Sea Doo keep a look out in Alton Bay!!!!

MAC, My brain hurts.....

[SBC]

Originally Posted by gtxrider

1. How is it possible to rent a boat or jetski without being certified? Would AVIS rent a car to a person with no license?

2. If we see a person violating the law should we notify the MP?

1. This year, if you are between the ages of 16 & 38, inclusive, you need a state approved NASBLA certification to operate any boat over 25hp. Under 16-no operation of that rented PWC (typically > 90hp). Sure they give a short course and a temporary license at the rental place but how much attention do you think a person pays when they are itching to feel the power between their legs and the splash in their face?

2. Would you report a vehicle doing doughnuts on your street? How about that motorcycle speeding past your child's school? What if a truck swerved at you while you were riding your bicycle? It's no different if it's a boat, jet-ski or lake boat.

If you see someone jeapordizing the safety of others then you have every right to report it to the authorities to protect you and others on your street/waterway.

Your choice...