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It really depends on the state that you are in. There are different rules and regulations. In Kentucky, where I live, you have to license "anything" with a trolling motor no matter what (inflatable boat, canoe, etc.) It seems kind of silly though!
In Alabama, you do not need a boat license specifically for operating a vessel equipped only with a trolling motor, as long as the motor's total power does not exceed 10 horsepower. However, anyone born on or after August 1, 1976, must complete a boating safety course to operate any motorized vessel. It's always best to check local regulations, as requirements may vary based on specific circumstances or local laws.
Whether you need a boating license for a trolling motor depends on the state or country where you are operating the boat. In many places, a boating license or safety course is required for operating motorized vessels, including those with trolling motors. It's important to check local regulations to ensure compliance. Generally, if the trolling motor is used on a vessel that requires registration, a license may be necessary.
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If you have a boating license you are definetly allowed to drive a boat.. answer seems pretty common sense. I dont know why you would aquire a license to drive a boat and not do so... but hey, I guess its better than asking if you can drive a car with a boating license I suppose. which would make even less sense. oh well happy trolling the answer.com site with questions like this.
There are several places where you can buy a Motorguide Trolling Motor. You can visit the Motorguide website, or you can purchase a Trolling Motor direct from specialist boat companies in your location.
A backtroller is a person who fishes by backtrolling, trolling with a boat's motor in reverse, therefore minimizing the movement of a boat.
No, boat insurance is not mandatory in Alabama.
no you need a boat license no matter how old you are
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If you bass fish or have seen a bass boat, you have probably noticed the small propeller on a pole in the front of the boat. This is the trolling motor.Trolling motors - Not just for trollingTrolling is the art of covering a large amount of water in a short time. Basically, the boat moves across the water, dragging angler's lures through the water. Various lures at various depths can be used but the principle is the same, fish as much area as possible.A trolling motor is an ancillary motor to the large one that fully propels the boat. Normally at the front of the boat, the trolling motor is used for slow presentations. Crappie fishermen use trolling motors in this way. Since they use multiple rods with lures at several depths, a trolling motor allows them to fish slowly and methodically.The trolling motor for bass anglersBass anglers and in particular tournament anglers, make heavy use of the trolling motor. The trolling motor is not used to troll, but rather to move the boat from location to location slowly and silently. Bass anglers fishing tournaments must cover large amounts of water to be successful The trolling motor allows them to do that. Since the trolling motor is electric, it does not make noise that will spook fish, another key element for the tournament angler.Going where angels fear to tread - Getting back thereThe large outboard on the back of the boat is great for navigating wide, deep, open bodies of water, but what about that honey hole in the very back of the lake? You know the one that is choked up with vegetation, stumps and shallow water? Getting there with the outboard is impossible if not dangerous, but the tournament purse may lie on your ability to get to that area. Good thing you have a trolling motor.The trolling motor will get you into tight spots that the large motor cannot. Shallow water, stumps or vegetation can be trouble for the big outboard motor, but the trolling motor can work right through it. If the trolling motor does get choked on weeds, cleaning it is a snap since you only have to lift it out of the water.
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