Lake Mahopac Rules
Lake Mahopac Park District Boater Safety Page:
http://www.lakemahopac.org/boatersafety
Visit the Lake Mahopac District website for more information at: http://www.lakemahopac.org
New York State Boating Education Page:
https://parks.ny.gov/recreation/boating/education.aspx
Who needs a boating safety certificate?
Motorboats:
Under a new law, known as Brianna's Law, all motor boat operators:
- Born on or after Jan. 1, 1993 will need a boating safety certificate beginning in 2020.
- Born on or after Jan. 1, 1988 will need a boating safety certificate beginning in 2022.
- Born on or after Jan. 1, 1983 will need a boating safety certificate beginning in 2023.
- Born on or after Jan. 1, 1978 will need a boating safety certificate beginning in 2024.
- ***All motor boat operators regardless of age will need a boating safety certificate beginning in 2025.
Personal Watercraft:
Anyone operating a Personal Watercraft (JetSki, Wave Runner, etc.) must have a boating safety certificate, and be at least 14 years of age or older.
All Boats & Personal Water Craft (P.W.C.) MUST:
- Speed MUST be 5 MPH (NO WAKE) or less within 100 feet of Docks and Shore
- A USCG Approved Life Jackets (PFD) is required for ALL persons
- Under 12 Years Old----Must Have Life Jacket On
- Skiers/Tubes/etc. MUST have an observer at least 10Years Old
- No operation under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs
Operator & Passengers of Personal Water Craft Also MUST:
- MUST Wear USCG Approved Life Jacket
- Only a person 14 years old or older with a Boating Safety Course Certification approved by NYS Parks may operate a personal water craft.
- ALL Operators of PWC Must have a Boating Safety Course Certification approved by NYS Parks
- Must have Cut-Off Cord on Body
- Wake Jumping is Prohibited
- All New York State & Carmel Town Laws will be Strictly Enforced by the Town of Carmel Police Department Marine Division
New York State DMV - Register a Boat:
Click below for the boater hazard safety map of Lake Mahopac
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