Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection

Boating

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  • Boating Permits

  • Connecticut Clean Boater Program

    Description: As a companion to the Clean Marina Program, the Clean Boater Program encourages the state?s boaters to learn about and use clean boating techniques.

  • Paddling Resources

    Additional resources for Connecticut paddlers.

  • 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.

  • Safe Water Skiing Endorsement

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

  • Lake Lillinonah Boat Launch - Bridgewater

  • Water Ski Slalom Course or Jump Permit

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

  • 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.

  • 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 Registration/ Abandoned Boats

    Information on Connecticut boat registration and abandoned boats.

  • Connecticut Boaters Guide

    The Connecticut Boater's Guide is a handbook of boating laws and regulations, registration information and guidelines for safe operation.

  • 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.

  • FAQs Boat Launches

    Frequently asked questions about Connecticut's State Boat Launches.

  • FAQs CVA

    Frequently asked questions about Connecticut's pumpout facilities.