In North Carolina, to operate a boat, you must have a valid photo ID and, if you were born on or after January 1, 1988, you are required to complete a boating safety course approved by the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission. Additionally, all boats must have the necessary safety equipment, including life jackets, fire extinguishers, and sound-producing devices, based on the size of the vessel. It's also important to register your boat with the state.
A valid title must be secured for the boat.
Whenever the boat is underway, properly sized PFDs must be worn by children under 13 years of age in North Carolina.
In order to operate a boat in Oregon, you must carry on board your certificate of number.
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In Virginia, you must operate at slow-no-wake speed within 50 feet of boat ramps, marinas and moorages.
You must carry on board your Certificate of Number.
You must carry on board your Certificate of Number.
In Virginia, you must operate at slow-no-wake speed within 50 feet of boat ramps, marinas and moorages.
Operators of personal watercraft must be at least 14 years of age. Operator must be 15 yrs old and meet ID and education requirements or 16 yrs old or older with a valid motor vehicle drivers license to operate a motorboat with a motor greater than 10 hsp.