Boating

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• Regulatory Marker Permit

  A permit is required to place any swim area, speed zone, danger area, or information markers, i.e. buoys or beacons (signs).

• Navigation Marker Permit

  A permit is required to mark a navigation channel with buoys or beacons (signs).

• Connecticut Boating Advisory Council

  The Connecticut Boating Advisory Council was formed to help in improving communications between the boating public and the Conservation and Preservation Division of the DEEP; to delineate problems that affect all users of marine and inland water recreation areas; and to assist the Conservation and Preservation Division of the DEEP in solving problems in connection with Connecticut’s boating related land and water resources.

• System Design

  How to design your marine toilet.

• CVA Grant Program Information

  Participating in the Federal Clean Vessel Act (CVA) grant program is a great way to upgrade your marina's boat waste handling facilities and provide your customers with quick and convenient waste handling.

• System Maintenance

  How to maintain your marine toilet system.

• Latest News

• Equipment Selection

  How to select your marine toilet system.

• CVA Frequently Asked Questions

  Clean Vessel Act Frequently Asked Questions

• Preparing Your Boat for A Hurricane

  By now you have probably made the decision to pull your boat or secure it at your dock or marina. There is still time to take some extra precautions.

• Prudence

  On June 29, 2010 Governor M. Jodi Rell christened a new boating safety education vessel, naming the 19-foot boat, Prudence.

• Better Boating in Connecticut

  Better Boating in CT shows about fun, safe and clean boating.

• FAQs Boating Accidents

  Frequently asked questions about boating accidents.

• BOATS Program

  In an effort to thank the boater for taking the time to be further educated about boating safety, each boat operator is given a BOATS packet that contains coupons or other branded items that boaters will find useful.

• FAQ AIS Stamp

  Effective January 1, 2020-An Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Stamp fee will be collected from any person who registers a vessel or renews a vessel registration in Connecticut. Boaters with out of state registrations who boat on Connecticut inland waters will also be required to pay an AIS fee