Sport Utility Boats SUB

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Sport Utility Boats (SUB)

• The fastest growing area of Recreational Boating.
  

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Whats an SUB?

• Canoe
• Kayak
• Rowboat
• Pedal boat
• A Vessel NOT engine powered

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CANOE
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KAYAK
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ROWBOAT
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PEDAL BOAT
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VSCs For SUB
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VSCs For SUBTo award a VSC decal to a
non-motorized (SUB) boat

• REQUIRED ITEMS

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NUMBERING

• Most states do not require registration numbers
  on non-motorized boats.
  
• Use 3" block letters of contrasting colors.
• Check your State Requirements. 

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REGISTRATION

• These documents, if required by your State, must
  be easily available for examination.
  

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LIFE-JACKET

• Each person must have an approved type I, II,
  III, or V PFD. 
  
• The PFD should be worn whenever under way.

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SOUND PRODUCING DEVICES

• All vessels must have a means of signaling.
• SUB can meet this requirement with a marine
  distress whistle. 

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VISUAL DISTRESS SIGNALS

• SUB must comply with Federal and State VDS
  requirements.
  
• If required they must have three flares on board
  or an equivalent number of alternative USCG
  approved signals. 

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VISUAL DISTRESS SIGNALS
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NAVIGATION LIGHTS

• Navigation Lights are required on all vessels
  operating at night and during periods of reduced
  visibility.
  
• A flashlight in good working order with spare
  batteries can be used on SUBs.

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NAVIGATION RULES

• Boats 39.4 feet and over must have on board a
  current copy of the Navigation Rules.

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STATE AND LOCAL REQUIREMENTS

• The SUB must comply with all state and local
  requirements. 
  
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• Check the boating safety web page for the your
  State to determine if there are any additional
  safety requirements. 

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OVERALL VESSELCONDITION

• The boat must be well maintained
• and suitable for its area of use.

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ADDITIONAL ITEMS RECOMMENDED FOR ALL SPORT
UTILITY BOATS
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FILE A FLOAT PLAN

• Information about the operator, the vessel, and
  transport vehicle.
  
• The route of travel, date and time of arrival and
  departure.
  
• Posting a float plan with friends is a great life
  insurance policy

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USE A SPRAY SKIRT

• Learn how to properly attach the spray skirt and
  how to remove it in an emergency

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CHECK THE WEATHER

• Monitor weather conditions. 
• Bring a weather radio or use a VHF radio with a
  weather channel. 
  
• Check sky and sea conditions.

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FIRST AID KIT

• Pack a waterproof First Aid kit.
• Take basic first aid and CPR training.

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HAT OR HELMET

• Wear a Hat. 
• Wear a Helmet for rapids and rough seas.
• Use Sunscreen.

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WATER, SNACKS, AND CLOTHING

• Bring drinking water, snacks and clothing.
• Dress properly for existing and expected weather
  conditions. 
  
• Cold water requires the use of wet or dry suits.

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WATER, SNACKS, AND CLOTHING
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DRY-BAGS

• Store all loose items in waterproof bags tethered
  to the boat. 
  

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BILGE PUMP

• Carry a small PVC type bilge pump.
• Use a floatation collar. 

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RESCUE GEAR

• Bring throw bags, tow lines and other rescue gear.

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SPARE PADDLE/OAR

• Pack a spare paddle or oar and secure it to the
  boat. 
  
• Use a paddle leash attached to a forward fitting
  or bungee cord
  

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VHF RADIO, GPS, COMPASS

• Bring a VHF Radio, GPS, and Cell Phone.
• Bring a hand held compass as a back up.

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CHARTS

• Carry a chart.
• Local knowledge of your route is key.
• Learn basic coastal navigation.

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PRACTICE

• Practice wet exits from a kayak or canoe in safe,
  calm, shallow water. 
  

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OTHER ITEMS
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BOATING SAFETY COURSE

• All boaters should be take a Boating Safety
  Course.

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SMART START FOR PADDLERS
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CLEAN UP

• Pack a trash bag.
• Take all refuse away with you.
• Leave every stop cleaner than when you found it.

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BUDDY SYSTEM

• Bring a friend.
• It is always safer to paddle in a group.