Renting Water Craft

• Look in the local yellow pages under "Marina"
• go to a lake or beach area and stop at the local marina
• look on the side roads around the marina for smaller operations
• "bareboat" sailboat charters usually require a captains license
• make sure the local rental agency complies with laws such as providing PFD's (Personal Flotation Devices)
• Jet skis and other personal watercraft are fun but can be very dangerous. Wear helmets.
• Jet skis are also a sound pollution nuisance, so be sensitive to others
• Pontoon boats are a non intrusive, motorized rental boat of choice
• Sea kayaks are a great non-motorized alternative
• Small lake kayaks are great fun for day trips and water picnics
• Check local outdoor stores for kayak and canoe rentals rates
• Canoes hold lots more weight than kayaks (coolers, dogs, etc.)
• Any novice whitewater boating should only be done with qualified outfitters
• Whitewater boating is very dangerous. Never exceed your skill level.