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saltykayak	Everything legally needed on a boat?		Lead	[-]
Captain's Mate Posts: 721 08/14/10 05:34 PM	Tags : shrimp, shrimping, ponce, volusia, oak hill, fishing, mosquito lagoon, capt lee noga, edgewater, titusville, brevard, shrimplight, led, greenie, light, oakhill, haulover, florida, central florida, shrimp light, recreational shrimping, scallops, scalloping, crabbing, dipping shrimp, crab trap, shrimp trap, blue crab It has been many years since I stocked my boats with all the 'required' equipment. I have a 14' boat and a 21' boat. What do I need aboard, day or night (when shrimping season starts) to keep Johnny Law from clicking his pen and giving me a love note? << There Is a Reason >> Last Edited By: CaptLeeNoga 08/14/10 07:42 PM. Edited 1 time.
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anglermanagment		#1	[url]	[-]
Posts: 2016 08/14/10 08:21 PM - 4 Limits 2011	I think the bare min. is a life jacket for everyone on board, a whistle or horn, fishing licences (if you are fishing) and I think fire extinguisher depending on motor size. Am i forgetting anything? The main thing that will save you from getting checked when shrimping is having you're nav lights on but they can stop and check you for anything, they don't need a reason. Count on getting stopped eventually if you don't have you nav lights on (front and rear). Oh, and if you plan on shrimping/fishing haulover make sure to have refuge permit (they are free so no biggie).
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wishiniwasfishin		#2	[url]	[-]
Posts: 2258 08/14/10 09:14 PM - 3 Limits 2012 - 9 Limits 2011	flares if you pass the end of the jetty. Whistle/horn. Throwable cushion (not sure if it is really required). Anglermanagement is right. Make sure your lights are up to snuff.
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Sleepless		#3	[url]	[-]
Capt's Pet Posts: 211 08/14/10 09:56 PM	Here are the requirement for the State of Florida. Equipment and Lighting Requirements The owner and/or operator of a vessel is responsible to carry, store, maintain and use the safety equipment required by the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG). All vessels are required to have onboard a wearable USCG-approved personal flotation device (PFD) for each person. The PFDs must be of the appropriate size for the intended wearer, be in serviceable condition, and within easy access. The State of Florida urges all people onboard a boat to wear a life jacket. Vessels 16 feet in length or longer must also have at least one USCG-approved throwable Type IV PFD that is immediately available in case of a fall overboard. A child under the age of 6 must wear a USCG-approved Type I, II or III personal flotation device while onboard a vessel under 26 feet in length while the vessel is under way. "Under way" is defined as anytime except when the vessel is anchored, moored, made fast to the shore or aground. Vessels with built-in fuel tanks or enclosed compartments where gasoline fumes can accumulate are required to carry at least one fire extinguisher (depending upon vessel length) which is approved for marine use. All vessels are required to carry an efficient sound-producing device, such as a referee's whistle. Vessels less than 16 feet in length are required to carry at least 3 visual distress signals approved for nighttime use when on coastal waters from sunset to sunrise. Vessels 16 feet or longer must carry at least 3 daytime and three nighttime visual distress signals (or 3 combination daytime/nighttime signals) at all times when on coastal waters. The use of sirens or flashing, occulting or revolving lights is prohibited except where expressly allowed by law. Recreational vessels are required to display navigation lights between sunset and sunrise and during periods of reduced visibility (fog, rain, haze, etc.). The U.S. Coast Guard Navigation Rules specify lighting requirements for every description of watercraft. The information provided in the following link is for vessels less than 65.5 feet/20 meters in length: http://boat-ed.com/fl/course/p4-9_navlights.htm.
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shrimpcraz		#4	[url]	[-]
Posts: 3520 08/14/10 10:12 PM - 1 Limits 2012 - 4 Limits 2011	It's a good idea to have your registration with you also, I dont know if the C.G. will ask for it, but I've heard of several cases of the sheriff and FWC asking for it
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Posts: 3394 08/14/10 10:27 PM - 2 Limits 2012 - 10 Limits 2011	anglermanagment wrote: I think the bare min. is a life jacket for everyone on board, a whistle or horn, fishing licences (if you are fishing) and I think fire extinguisher depending on motor size. Am i forgetting anything? The main thing that will save you from getting checked when shrimping is having you're nav lights on but they can stop and check you for anything, they don't need a reason. Count on getting stopped eventually if you don't have you nav lights on (front and rear). Oh, and if you plan on shrimping/fishing haulover make sure to have refuge permit (they are free so no biggie). Remember that you only have your port and starboard running lights on when you're underway. If you're at anchor and shrimping, you must have a 360 degree white light on (typically your stern light).
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Sleepless		#6	[url]	[-]
Capt's Pet Posts: 211 08/14/10 11:05 PM	According to the regs, you must have the stern-mounted 360 degree light on while underway, as well as when anchored and shrimping or fishing. Power-Driven Vessels Less Than 65.6 Feet Long When Underway If less than 65.6 feet (20 meters) long, these vessels must exhibit the lights as shown in Figure 1. Remember, power-driven vessels include sailboats operating under engine power. The required lights are: Red and green sidelights visible from a distance of at least two miles away—or if less than 39.4 feet (12 meters) long, at least one mile away—on a dark, clear night. An all-round white light (if less than 39.4 feet long) or both a masthead light and a sternlight. These lights must be visible from a distance of at least two miles away on a dark, clear night. The all-round white light (or the masthead light) must be at least 3.3 feet (one meter) higher than the sidelights.
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saltykayak		#7	[url]	[-]
Captain's Mate Posts: 721 08/15/10 04:09 AM	Sleepless wrote: Here are the requirement for the State of Florida. Equipment and Lighting Requirements The owner and/or operator of a vessel is responsible to carry, store, maintain and use the safety equipment required by the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG). All vessels are required to have onboard a wearable USCG-approved personal flotation device (PFD) for each person. The PFDs must be of the appropriate size for the intended wearer, be in serviceable condition, and within easy access. The State of Florida urges all people onboard a boat to wear a life jacket. Vessels 16 feet in length or longer must also have at least one USCG-approved throwable Type IV PFD that is immediately available in case of a fall overboard. A child under the age of 6 must wear a USCG-approved Type I, II or III personal flotation device while onboard a vessel under 26 feet in length while the vessel is under way. "Under way" is defined as anytime except when the vessel is anchored, moored, made fast to the shore or aground. Vessels with built-in fuel tanks or enclosed compartments where gasoline fumes can accumulate are required to carry at least one fire extinguisher (depending upon vessel length) which is approved for marine use. All vessels are required to carry an efficient sound-producing device, such as a referee's whistle. Vessels less than 16 feet in length are required to carry at least 3 visual distress signals approved for nighttime use when on coastal waters from sunset to sunrise. Vessels 16 feet or longer must carry at least 3 daytime and three nighttime visual distress signals (or 3 combination daytime/nighttime signals) at all times when on coastal waters. The use of sirens or flashing, occulting or revolving lights is prohibited except where expressly allowed by law. Recreational vessels are required to display navigation lights between sunset and sunrise and during periods of reduced visibility (fog, rain, haze, etc.). The U.S. Coast Guard Navigation Rules specify lighting requirements for every description of watercraft. The information provided in the following link is for vessels less than 65.5 feet/20 meters in length: http://boat-ed.com/fl/course/p4-9_navlights.htm. Looks like I am good to go. But, I saw where a boater 'should' carry a flashlight 'just in case'. I will be adding one as standard equipment. It's great to have a refresher reminder of what's needed on the water. I for one can get caught up in the 'fun' and put the necessary safety equipment as an afterthought. Thanx everyone for their input. << There Is a Reason >>
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oneg00dwitch	We now have a Power Squadron Forum Resident	#8	[url]	[-]
Posts: 1043 08/15/10 08:49 AM - 4 Limits 2011	Aikido09 has often offered to do boat inspections, and knows his stuff very well so if there are any questions about boating he would certainly be the go to guy! He is a real nice guy despite his Redskin propensities! If life is measured by family and friends, I am the wealthiest woman in the world!
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Jigmaster	Equipt.	#9	[url]	[-]
Captain's Mate Posts: 688 08/15/10 11:41 AM - 6 Limits 2011	Don't forget the Paddle. Flairs and a Marine Radio if you break the Inlet. My understanding is you no longer are required to have a FCC License for the Radio. FYI i have found many new fishing/shrimping spots by listening to radio chatter.
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saltykayak		#10	[url]	[-]
Captain's Mate Posts: 721 08/15/10 06:32 PM	Jigmaster wrote: Don't forget the Paddle. Flairs and a Marine Radio if you break the Inlet. My understanding is you no longer are required to have a FCC License for the Radio. FYI i have found many new fishing/shrimping spots by listening to radio chatter. Got the paddle and also have a trolling motor but, it never dawned (blond moment) on me to take my handheld marine radio out with me in the small boat. Thanx for the insight... << There Is a Reason >>
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Sleepless	Captain Lee????	#11	[url]	[-]
Capt's Pet Posts: 211 08/15/10 07:46 PM	Lee, Very early on, I remember a thread you started regarding "The Captain's Equipment" which contained a number of other items recommended for members to include when going shrimping/fishing. Jumper cables, spot light, floats for nets, etc. Since we are now adding other items to this current thread that do not fall into the original topic, legally required equipment, can you provide the link to that earlier thread? I looked but couldn't find it.
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shrimpcraz		#12	[url]	[-]
Posts: 3520 08/15/10 08:31 PM - 1 Limits 2012 - 4 Limits 2011	saltykayak wrote: Jigmaster wrote: Don't forget the Paddle. Flairs and a Marine Radio if you break the Inlet. My understanding is you no longer are required to have a FCC License for the Radio. FYI i have found many new fishing/shrimping spots by listening to radio chatter. Got the paddle and also have a trolling motor but, it never dawned (blond moment) on me to take my handheld marine radio out with me in the small boat. Thanx for the insight... Ruh-Roh, Skippy's girlfriend!!!!!
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anglermanagment		#13	[url]	[-]
Posts: 2016 08/15/10 08:55 PM - 4 Limits 2011	Sleepless wrote: Lee, Very early on, I remember a thread you started regarding "The Captain's Equipment" which contained a number of other items recommended for members to include when going shrimping/fishing. Jumper cables, spot light, floats for nets, etc. Since we are now adding other items to this current thread that do not fall into the original topic, legally required equipment, can you provide the link to that earlier thread? I looked but couldn't find it. http://leenoga.com/topic/403 This may be what youre looking for...
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anglermanagment		#14	[url]	[-]
Posts: 2016 08/15/10 08:59 PM - 4 Limits 2011	Jigmaster wrote: Don't forget the Paddle. Flairs and a Marine Radio if you break the Inlet. My understanding is you no longer are required to have a FCC License for the Radio. FYI i have found many new fishing/shrimping spots by listening to radio chatter. Is a VHF radio required if you leave the inlet? Obvioulsy its a good ideal to have one, but I'm just curious if its required?
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Jigmaster	Yes	#15	[url]	[-]
Captain's Mate Posts: 688 08/16/10 12:13 AM - 6 Limits 2011	Not sure if they will cite you. I keep a small 5w hand held on board. Most newer VHF Radios have DSC capability the second you key the Mike for distress it sends GPS coordinates to the coast Guard. I have an old school radio myself my understanding is you don't need a license but have to get it programed with your call sign, If I were to go past the Bell buoy I would get that one. I rescued an old guy in his 70's off the tip of the Jetty once in my small boat. I heard the Distress call from the Family, seems they anchored at the tip then the tide turned to go out then it got soupy apparently the anchor got stuck in the rocks at the tip as they pulled it in the Boat got sucked out. So the Family had grandpa jump onto the Rocks to pull the anchor loose by hand. He managed that but couldn't get back into the boat. I was at the North Bridge catching sheep's I reeled in and headed out- sure enough there he was drenched and waving his hands. I came in at a 45 degree heading east by the time we got to him just told him to lay onto the bow as we drifted out not wanting to reverse in the soup my fishing buddy who I thought was gonna chit heading out just watching him at the bow nearly vertical going over the 6-8ft rollers heading out. We drifted 1/4 my out before we could come back in. Got him to the family boat waiting for him near Disappearing Island, just when the Coast Guard was heading out which I thought was slow being a 12-15 min response time. So a radio is never a bad idea, things happen fast. I know everyone has Cell phones now days which also isn't a bad idea but that new DSC technology is the way to go. For Distress calling use Chanel 16 don't forget to switch power to HIGH. Last Edited By: Jigmaster 08/16/10 12:27 AM. Edited 2 times.
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Sea Worthy Posts: 89 08/16/10 07:58 AM	Check this link out. http://outdoorsafetygps.com/spot-satellite-messenger.htm ,for $170.00 this is a little bit of insurance, I do not know want the monthly service fees are. Something like this should be on everyone boats, canoe, kayak. regardless of where you go river , lagoon, out to sea, hunting. We had a gentalmen die on his kayak from want appered to be heart attack he may had been able to call for help with something like this. And we the people would not have been out all the big bucks searching for him. It is something we all should do just because it is the correct thing to do. I am still reasching them, but IT IS MY NEXT big purchase and at $200.00 it is and is not a big ticket item. You also may get a break from your insurance for it. Ken Ken in Sebastian
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Frankk		#17	[url]	[-]
Posts: 533 08/16/10 08:50 AM	Wow guys! That's some serious stuff. Also I have found it is very handy to have a good wench when retrieving the boat... Especially one that can back a trailer down the ramp. Frankk
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shrimpcraz		#18	[url]	[-]
Posts: 3520 08/16/10 09:13 AM - 1 Limits 2012 - 4 Limits 2011	Frankk wrote: Wow guys! That's some serious stuff. Also I have found it is very handy to have a good wench when retrieving the boat... Especially one that can back a trailer down the ramp. Frankk Thats a good one!!!! Frankk
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oneg00dwitch		#19	[url]	[-]
Posts: 1043 08/16/10 09:17 AM - 4 Limits 2011	Frankk wrote: Wow guys! That's some serious stuff. Also I have found it is very handy to have a good wench when retrieving the boat... Especially one that can back a trailer down the ramp. Frankk If life is measured by family and friends, I am the wealthiest woman in the world!
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CaptLeeNoga		#20	[url]	[-]
Posts: 7778 08/16/10 03:46 PM Captain USCG Licensed NEW SMYRNA DELTONA	specialist wrote: If you're at anchor and shrimping, you must have a 360 degree white light on (typically your stern light). ........ and a yoplait yogurt cup to put over top the stern light to avoid/dim the blinding light while shrimping... WEBSITE T-SHIRT Store $UPPORT this site - BUY A SHIRT/CLICK HERE
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