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Module 01 - Boating Basics

Boating Basics Continued

 

What is a ‘power-driven craft’?

Any boat powered by a motor or engine is a ‘power-driven craft’.  Some examples of this popular type of boat include the bow rider, the deck boat and the sport fishing boat.

 

What is a ‘human-powered craft’?

A ‘human-powered’ craft, operates without a motor or engine. You manually move these types of boats forward with a paddle, sail or foot pedals. Examples include, canoes, kayaks, rowboats or wind-powered sailboats.

 

What is a ‘sailing vessel’?

A sailing vessel, or sailboat, is any boat that’s under the power of sail (wind-powered). If a sailboat is powered with an engine, it’s considered to be a motorized boat and it will be subject to the same rules and regulations that apply to motorized boats.

 

Safe Boating Tip: You must understand the difference between ‘power-driven’ craft, ‘human-powered’ craft and ‘sail-powered’ craft. Why? Because the navigation and equipment rules are different for each type of boat!

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