Boating
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Connecticuts No Discharge Area Program Home
Connecticut's No Discharge Area Program
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Most adults need an extra 7 to 12 pounds of buoyancy to keep their heads above water. A PFD can provide that extra lift to keep you afloat until help comes.
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How to install your marine toilet.
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Information on Boating Laws, Regulations, permits and marine dealers in Connecticut
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Clean Vessel Act Frequently Asked Questions
Clean Vessel Act Frequently Asked Questions
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Boat Launches / Access / Transient Slips
Find CT DEEP owned and/or operated boat launches statewide on ponds, lakes, rivers and Long Island Sound, BIG Funded transient slips made available to the public for vessel over 26ft. and Coastal Access Points.
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Connecticut Coastal Boater Endorsement Program
Boaters desiring to travel in coastal waters should seek advanced courses in navigation. Boaters should be confident in their vessel and their handling skills.
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Frequently asked questions about obtaining a boating certificate.
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Preventing the Spread of Aquatic Nuisance Species
Aquatic nuisance species (ANS) are invading coastal and inland waters. More than 50 non-native and 40 species that may not be native have been identified in Long Island Sound. Boaters can unwittingly play a role in spreading ANS.
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Prepare ahead. Know this about large vessels. Safe Boating Education.
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Teak has been used in shipbuilding for thousands of years because it doesn’t rot, it’s more dimensionally stable than most woods, and it requires minimal care.
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Engine, Battery Maintenance, Fueling
According to the EPA, as much as 30% of the fuel and oil contained in a standard two-stroke outboard engine may be discharged unburned into the air along with the exhaust.
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Remember recycling extends the life of landfills, pollutes less than incineration, saves you money, and saves natural resources energy.
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Although not required in recreational boats under 65.6 feet long, a VHF Marine Radio is an essential piece of equipment in coastal waters.