United States law requires all boat owners to have certain basic boating equipment onboard at all times. The Coast Guard could fine you if you fail to produce any of the required items on demand. However, the legal requirements are only the beginning. Savvy boat owners know that there are many other pieces of boating equipment that are extremely helpful if not absolutely necessary to have onboard. Use the following checklists in tandem with your own experiences to compile your list of must-have safe boating equipment.

Federal Requirements for Boating Gear:

Registration Papers — You must carry the vessel’s state registration/documentation at all times. Additionally, you will want the photo ID of the boat’s owner or operator in case of a 911 call.

Life Jackets — You must have one for each person onboard. Be sure to provide proper sizes for adults and children.

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