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they came by boat, forced by the British from the northeast coast of New Brunswick, in what is now the peaceful and welcoming country of cANADA.
Most small motor boats fly the ensign from the stern of the boat, but it can also be flown from the mast when underway. For further information on this, research this topic under coast guard regulations.
In Louisiana, recreational boats are required to have specific safety equipment installed, including life jackets (PFDs) for each passenger, a throwable flotation device, a fire extinguisher (if the boat has a combustion engine), and a sound-producing device, such as a whistle or horn. Additionally, vessels over 16 feet must have a visual distress signal. It's important for boaters to familiarize themselves with local regulations to ensure compliance and enhance safety on the water.
The Boat
However many people will be on it.
In Louisiana, children under the age of 13 are required to wear a personal flotation device (PFD) while on a boat that is underway. This law aims to enhance safety for young passengers on the water. Parents and guardians are responsible for ensuring that children comply with this regulation.
There is no age limit as such. However a good skipper would ensure his crew always wore a lifejacket whilst underway
In Canada, the number of approved lifejackets or personal flotation devices (PFDs) required on a boat depends on the number of persons on board. You must have one approved lifejacket or PFD for each person on the boat. Additionally, if the boat is over 6 meters (approximately 20 feet) in length, it must carry at least one buoyant heaving line and other safety equipment as per Transport Canada regulations. Always ensure that the lifejackets or PFDs are in good condition and easily accessible.
power boat
Whenever the boat is underway, properly sized PFDs must be worn by children under 13 years of age in North Carolina.
It depends on the type of boat. For example, the weight limit for a 470 is 275 lb. The smaller the boat, the smaller the weight limit. The larger the boat, the larger the weight limit.
Whenever a boat less than 26 feet is underway, properly sized PFDs must be worn by children less than 6 years of age in Florida. Whenever the boat is underway, properly sized PFDs must be worn by children 9 years of age and under in Georgia.
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In Hawaii, children 12 and under must wear a properly fitting PFD while underway!
Depends on weather. A small boat will do it, but plan on being underway the whole time, be familiar with all laws, and CHECK THE WEATHER.