Boating

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• Boating Education / Certification / Videos

  Although there are inherent risks in virtually any sport, a well-educated boater who uses common sense and courtesy on the water contributes to everyone?s safety and enjoyment.

• Rainbow Reservoir Boat Launch

• Hopeville Pond Boat Launch

• Cedar Lake Boat Launch

• Channel crossings

  Paddlers need to stay clear of boats and ultimately out of channels as much as they possibly can.

• Boating Frequently Asked Questions

  Frequently asked questions about boating in Connecticut.

• Safe Water Skiing Endorsement

  Information about who needs a safe waterskiing endorsement in Connecticut and how to get one.

• Water Ski Slalom Course or Jump Permit

  A permit is required to install a water ski slalom course or jump.

• Grant Programs

  Boating related Grant Program information

• Washing the Topside of Your Boat

  Products used to clean boats often contain harmful ingredients, which are used out of habit rather than necessity. Often chlorine, phosphates and ammonia are used to wash decks and hulls of boats. These products can damage human and fish tissue.

• 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.

• Weather / Tides / Streamflows

  Connecticut marine tides, currents, weather, watches, warnings, advisories, sunrise, streamflows and sunset information.

• 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.

• FAQs Certification

  Frequently asked questions about obtaining a boating certificate.

• Boating Infrastructure Grant Application Questions & Answers

  Questions and answers to the Boating Infrastructre Grant Request for Application.