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05-11-2009, 02:20 PM | #1 |
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Boater's License
Hope this isn't an old topic, but if you need a license to boat on the lake, how do marina's rent boats to folks who (I guess) don't have one ?
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05-11-2009, 02:34 PM | #2 |
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Look about halfway down
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05-11-2009, 02:42 PM | #3 |
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Thanks Vita. When I got my permit, you could take the test on-line for about 25.00 bucks. Now, I believe it's a 2 day course. Something smells.
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You don't need to take the course. You do have the option of testing out.
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05-14-2009, 06:25 AM | #5 |
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"Authorized Agents"
The boat rental dealers can administer the temporary exam. Fishy?
I had a tow a few years back. Two people on the rocks on jet skis on Stonedam. They didn't know where they were. They didn't know wher they came from. They were Japanese and didn't speak english. They did earn their temporary license from a local dealer! Misty Blue. |
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The SciFi GPS .... it's a miniature of the Lost in Space robot. When you're headed for the rock it lights up and flails it's arms about whilst squawking "Danger, danger ....." Betcha your Japanese tourists would have bought one !
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There are some states that allow you to take an on-line test and receive a certificate immediately.
New Hampshire no longer allows an on-line test for a NH certificate. However New Hampshire will recognize an out of state certificate even if it is received on-line. |
05-14-2009, 04:26 PM | #9 |
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As many members remember, the test was available for NH on-line a few years ago and that's how I got mine. My daughter took hers in New Jersey the other night which is acceptable in NH.
What's interesting is, when I asked how she did, she rolled her eyes saying "a chimpanzee could pass that test". The original test wasn't necessarily a cake walk. |
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Seeker -- As with NH, I am unaware of any online options for a Mass (MA) Boater Certification. Certainly "Boater-Ed" (the most well known) does not offer such, can you enlighten us?
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We have been through this topic at length in this forum. Some members have even called and emailed the New Hampshire Marine Patrol for clarification. Certificates issued by other states are good in New Hampshire. Period! |
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05-15-2009, 05:36 PM | #14 |
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Out of state certificates....
Bear Islander is correct....
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05-18-2009, 03:07 PM | #15 |
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I thought these out of state certificates are ony good if you are a resident of that state. Boat-Ed's exaples state that. "IE: NH accepts Ohio and PA if you are a resident"
So you are saying a NH resident can just go online in OH or PA and be covered in NH? Does not look that way |
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Why does the NH boating safety course and exam page say NH will not accept an MA card from an online exam provider at the top of the page? I ask because this is why I got my NH card. If that statement is untrue I'm certainly gonna complain about that one. I would not have needed the NH card. |
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This is from the first page from OUR states Boater-Ed page. Take it up with them if I'm not correct,
"Live in another state, but boating in New Hampshire? You might be able to take your state's course. But, check with your state agency first, as New Hampshire only accepts boater education cards from another state if they are issued by the state agency responsible for boating education. For example, New Hampshire will accept the Ohio card or the Pennsylvania card for residents of those states, but NOT any Massachusetts card issued by an online exam provider." Skip and BI I didn't make this up. SKR |
05-16-2009, 07:34 AM | #18 |
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Let me see if I can help. BI and Skip are correct but they didn't give you the details.
Here's my understanding: NH law does say that an out-of-state certificate must meet or exceed the NH requirements. Since NH did not allow online testing after 1/1/07 it technically shouldn't allow certificates obtained online in other states after that date. HOWEVER, the Marine Patrol has declared that their officers can not be involved in determining those nuances during a stop. Some out-of-state certificates obtained online do not say so. Every state's certificates and requirements are somewhat different. Because of this the Marine Patrol has confirmed that any government issued NASBLA approved certificate or license will be accepted by them, no matter how it was obtained. You can confirm that by calling the MP. |
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That clears it up nicely for me. The link says " any state" Thanks. Boat Ed should remove the wording about Mass from their website. |
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05-17-2009, 11:45 AM | #20 |
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I was just reviewing the online course again. My biggest problem has always been in their diagrams showing docking and pulling away from the dock. Particularly, diagrams that show the mysterious bow line being secured first, then the stern. In their real life video, showing a nice Regal with through hulls, they secure the stern line first.
In real life, not everyone has a bowrider, and some of their diagram maneuvers would actually be dangerous in some conditions. Particularly the one showing how to pull away from the dock with an opposing wind. I actually tried that method once to witness it. Untying the stern line, engaging the forward throttle while turning the wheel hard towards the dock. Even with bumpers, my cuddy would catch some damage in the forward bow. I don't boat in currents, so maybe that's a better method. But getting on my deck while trying to untie the bow line would be a little dangerous, if not impossible. Some good information in the course, as it is designed for beginners first, everyone else second. I would think on water instruction would prove more valuable, but admittedly, hard to implement. |
05-17-2009, 12:50 PM | #21 |
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I'm ready now !
Love the video of the give way boat (bowrider), zinging within fifty feet at a high rate of speed, and then making an obvious port side turn to pass within thirty feet of the sailboat's stern. He also Waved to the sailor The head on video was more fun to watch. They were close enough to trade spit. I'm beginning to see why many boaters do some of the weird stuff out on the water they do. They took the boater's course |
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I enjoy watching the Mt. Washington leave the dock in Wolfeboro. They don't use a stern line at all but use a bow line and a forward Spring Line to keep the boat close to the dock, at Slow Ahead, left rudder, while boarding passengers.
When it's time to leave, they toss off the bow line and then continue to run ahead Slow with right rudder, straining Against the Spring line while nudging the pilings at the starboard bow. The stern slowly "Walks" away from the Aft pilings. When the stern is far enough out, they go to neutral then astern..backing away. Having Twin Screws is a bonus. Ahead Slow on one screw, while running Astern Slow with the other screw is something the casual bystander probably never notices. It's a pleasure to watch fine boat handling. |
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Temporary Certificates.
Under the provisions of New Hampshire RSA 270-D:14, a "14 Day Temporary Certificate" option will be made available whereby a boater who takes the test and passes it will be issued a boating safety certificate valid only in the State of New Hampshire and for only 14 days. In addition to the 14 Day Temporary Certificate, there are other more permanent options available that are NASBLA (National Association of State Boating Law Administrators) approved and recognized all over the country.
The 14-Day Temporary Certificate is only a short-term solution for your boating certification and it can only be used once. In order to participate in the 14 Day Temporary Certification, you can contact the New Hampshire Department of Safety at 1-888-254-2125 to find out where the closest location is to you or you can also determine where these locations are based on a sign at their location identifying them as a 14 Day Temporary Certificate Agent. Individuals must be a minimum of 16 years of age to take the test and must get at least 80% to pass the test. If the individual fails, he or she will have the option to take another test at another date or elect to pursue one of the other options for certification. Individuals must provide picture identification at the time of the test. If you have any further questions about the 14 Day Temporary Certification option, please call us at 1-888-254-2125. No special interests were involved in creating this gem of a law.... |
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