Required Equipment (varies state to state)
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Float plan |
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Display of bow numbers |
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Display of registration decals |
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Registration card onboard |
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Fire extinguisher |
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Spare propulsion |
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Bailing device |
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Horn |
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One personal flotation device (PFD) for each person onboard |
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Type 4 PFD |
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Proper navigation lights |
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Meets noise/muffler requirements |
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Adequate ventilation |
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Approved flame arrestor |
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Capacity plate displayed |
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Hull identification number |
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Liability insurance |
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Additional Equipment
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Flashlight and charged batteries |
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First aid kit |
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Boarding ladder |
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Tool kit |
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Extra rope |
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Anchor and line |
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Visual distress signals |
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Spare spark plugs |
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Spare bilge plugs |
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Spare propellers |
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Copy of the navigation rules |
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Spare bailing bucket |
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VHF marine band radio |
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Heaving lines |
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Bell - if required by boat size |
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Mooring lines (bow, stern, and spring lines) |
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