05-03-2012, 01:02 AM
Got me thinnin there - thought the regs were 12-under, required to wear, but now I see you're right. They do say over 12 can 'loosen or remove' a vest if on designated "flat waters". So - guess we'd need to know what qualifies. All the water in Cutler is moving, though not as aggressive as the river. Even at that, most of the river isn't flowing too hard - no whitewater. Better safe than tied to an anchor!
I do know for certain you HAVE to have an approved vest for all passengers, and 16 ft or longer have to also have a throwable.
I'll attach the whole PDF for detailed reading. See Page 5.
WH- PMing a couple maps. The main course can be seen on the following. If you're coming from Logan, either the Valley View, or Airport road will get you to the Church launch. If you're coming up from the south - probably best to hit the Valley View (HWY30) then take either the first turn north, and then east to Benson marina, or take the Benson turn from the VV - then jog your way up to the launch. Mapquest can get your precise directions.
Basically we're looking to drop in at point D, and zig-zag down the river to point C, and be able to unload at the Benson Marina. I just hope weather holds for us!!!
I think enjoying the buddy system for a float as this will be mutually beneficial! Depending on what mood my motor is in, doubt I'll be the fastest vessel in the armada, but I'll bring a tow rope, if I can help anyone else along.
I do know for certain you HAVE to have an approved vest for all passengers, and 16 ft or longer have to also have a throwable.
I'll attach the whole PDF for detailed reading. See Page 5.
WH- PMing a couple maps. The main course can be seen on the following. If you're coming from Logan, either the Valley View, or Airport road will get you to the Church launch. If you're coming up from the south - probably best to hit the Valley View (HWY30) then take either the first turn north, and then east to Benson marina, or take the Benson turn from the VV - then jog your way up to the launch. Mapquest can get your precise directions.
Basically we're looking to drop in at point D, and zig-zag down the river to point C, and be able to unload at the Benson Marina. I just hope weather holds for us!!!
I think enjoying the buddy system for a float as this will be mutually beneficial! Depending on what mood my motor is in, doubt I'll be the fastest vessel in the armada, but I'll bring a tow rope, if I can help anyone else along.