Author Topic: Don't Forget the New Law!!!!! (Read 7435 times)

cold_feet · « **on:** Mar 15, 2010, 07:07 AM »

Just a little reminder to all who are going to be heading out in the boats soon.
New York State has a new law on the books about wearing a PFD during the cold water months. Just a little reminder to all so the fines dont get you. I think this is for the months of Oct. thru April but not exactly sure on that time frame.

JJ · « **Reply #1 on:** Mar 15, 2010, 07:31 AM »

From DEC: New PFD Law: Waterfowl hunters and others should be aware that New York State Law now requires that everyone aboard kayaks, canoes or any other boats under 21 feet in length must wear Coast Guard-approved personal flotation devices (PFDs) from November 1st through May 1st.

cold_feet · « **Reply #2 on:** Mar 15, 2010, 07:33 AM »

Thank you JJ for the info!

JJ · « **Reply #3 on:** Mar 15, 2010, 07:37 AM »

Thanks for the reminder, I forgot about it.

trapper2000 · « **Reply #4 on:** Mar 15, 2010, 08:32 AM »

boats for hire (such as drift boats) are exempt from this law

FISHFORPIKE · « **Reply #5 on:** Mar 15, 2010, 08:34 AM »

Quote from: cold_feet on Mar 15, 2010, 07:07 AM

Just a little reminder to all who are going to be heading out in the boats soon.
New York State has a new law on the books about wearing a PFD in any boat underway, which meens any boat not docked! You must be wearing a PFD at all times even when anchored on any body of water. Just a little reminder to all so the fines dont get you. I think this is for the months of Oct. thru April but not exactly sure on that time frame.

trapper2000 · « **Reply #6 on:** Mar 15, 2010, 08:36 AM »

fishforpike trust me i told this guys they should have been writing there law makers !

Johnny3Walleye · « **Reply #7 on:** Mar 15, 2010, 08:40 AM »

my boat is 30 feet so that means I am exempt from this new law?
J3W

trapper2000 · « **Reply #8 on:** Mar 15, 2010, 08:46 AM »

Quote from: Johnny3Walleye on Mar 15, 2010, 08:40 AM

my boat is 30 feet so that means I am exempt from this new law?
J3W

i think you are john

ChenBassHead · « **Reply #9 on:** Mar 15, 2010, 09:19 AM »

This is just from November 1- May 1 , though, correct? Which means that when I'm out during the summer I won't have to have mine on while fishing?

Mainehazmt · « **Reply #10 on:** Mar 15, 2010, 10:06 AM »

tell them that you'll pay the fine after you get your income tax refund! lol

trapper2000 · « **Reply #11 on:** Mar 15, 2010, 10:12 AM »

Quote from: ChenBassHead on Mar 15, 2010, 09:19 AM

This is just from November 1- May 1 , though, correct? Which means that when I'm out during the summer I won't have to have mine on while fishing?

it is of right now! the exempts are (i believe) boats over 21 feet and boats for hire

maineduckhunter · « **Reply #12 on:** Mar 15, 2010, 10:21 AM »

Quote from: CAPTJJ on Mar 15, 2010, 07:31 AM

From DEC: New PFD Law: Waterfowl hunters and others should be aware that New York State Law now requires that everyone aboard kayaks, canoes or any other boats under 21 feet in length must wear Coast Guard-approved personal flotation devices (PFDs) from November 1st through May 1st.

I think I would be leaving NY....WAY TOO MANY laws!!!!

FISHFORPIKE · « **Reply #13 on:** Mar 15, 2010, 11:18 AM »

Quote from: trapper2000 on Mar 15, 2010, 08:32 AM

boats for hire (such as drift boats) are exempt from this law

So what does it take to make a boat "for hire"? Can I add a 6ft broom-handle to bow of my 16ft boat? I guess I am asking, how stupidly is this "law" written?

Grady95 · « **Reply #14 on:** Mar 15, 2010, 12:17 PM »

OK,
Here's a good, weird question. I own an Arctic Armor Plus suit. If I wear this suit while I am in my 17' boat perch fishing does that constitute my compliance with wearing a PFD?
Stay Sharp, Be Safe
Grady

JJ · « **Reply #15 on:** Mar 15, 2010, 12:20 PM »

Quote from: Grady95 on Mar 15, 2010, 12:17 PM

OK,
Here's a good, weird question. I own an Arctic Armor Plus suit. If I wear this suit while I am in my 17' boat perch fishing does that constitute my compliance with wearing a PFD?
Stay Sharp, Be Safe
Grady

No, they aren't considered a PFD.

Johnny3Walleye · « **Reply #16 on:** Mar 15, 2010, 12:37 PM »

Are they going to get out the tape measure? I have a boat that I am in the process of selling that is listed as a four winns liberator 201 but with the swim platform its actually 22". Seems to me that there are a lot of interesting little issues that could arise with the way this law is written.
J3W

Oldtimer · « **Reply #17 on:** Mar 15, 2010, 02:37 PM »

40 years ago my father told me "we have too many people watching out for us "" Man.. if he were alive today..

Johnny3Walleye · « **Reply #18 on:** Mar 15, 2010, 04:28 PM »

Too bad they are not really "looking out for us". They are trying to create revenue anyway they can. Our state is really turning into a laughing stock. Maybe if we could separate NYC into its own state and have 51 states upstate might stand a chance. Just my opinion.
J3W

fishing mechanic · « **Reply #19 on:** Mar 15, 2010, 04:39 PM »

Thats nice!! Guess I forgot how to swim? I would agree to a certain age, but Adults??? C'mon , Are we really becoming Socialist?? Just venting!!

Drewski121 · « **Reply #20 on:** Mar 15, 2010, 07:15 PM »

One more way to make money

rikrad1 · « **Reply #21 on:** Mar 16, 2010, 09:30 AM »

This might sound silly but I do not doubt they will make ice fisherman wear PFD's in the near future. Just so they can make more money on fines. I do not put anything aside with these state politicians anymore they are all nutz.

SPARKYICE · « **Reply #22 on:** Mar 16, 2010, 10:30 AM »

isn't a boat's length measured from the point of the bow along the gunnels to the stern?
so, a short fat boat and a long skinny boat could both be the same "length", even when side by side one has a longer profile?
seems like my old man told that to me once.

JJ · « **Reply #23 on:** Mar 16, 2010, 10:37 AM »

There are a couple ways of measuring boats, for this LOA(length overall) is used; it is the length of the hull. Measure from the point of the bow down the center to the transom, don't include the motor.

The length along the waterline has more to do with stability of the boat.

sportsmenoftheyear · « **Reply #24 on:** Mar 16, 2010, 11:01 AM »

lets face it ny is complete garbabe

SPARKYICE · « **Reply #25 on:** Mar 16, 2010, 12:58 PM »

JJ,
thanks for the clarification. i knew there was something along those lines, couldn't remember what, exactly.

i don't think it's a bad idea to wear a pfd in a boat, and i realize the issues with cold water survival, risking the rescuers, etc. same with a seatbelt or texting while driving a car.
but i don't think enforcement of those laws should be used as a revinue base for the state, or as a means to further investigate people.

trapper2000 · « **Reply #26 on:** Mar 16, 2010, 01:26 PM »

GUYS IT GOES BY YOUR REGESTRATION! THE LENGTH OF YOUR BOAT IS ON IT

marcus · « **Reply #27 on:** Mar 16, 2010, 02:21 PM »

o.k I'll wear my PFD. Seems simple enough.

sportsmenoftheyear · « **Reply #28 on:** Mar 16, 2010, 02:25 PM »

good be a sheep

Johnny3Walleye · « **Reply #29 on:** Mar 16, 2010, 03:56 PM »

Quote from: marcus on Mar 16, 2010, 02:21 PM

o.k I'll wear my PFD. Seems simple enough.

Just continue to do what they tell you, they will lead you to the promise land

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