Nevada Boating Handbook Table of Contents

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Boating Basics

Boating Basics: Before Going Out

• Vessel Length Classes
• Vessel Capacity
• Fueling a Vessel
• Fuel Selector Switch on a PWC
• Preventing Theft
• Trailering Your Vessel Safely
• Filing a Float Plan
• Pre-Departure Checklist

Boating Basics: On the Water

• Encountering Other Vessels
• Navigation Rules
• Nighttime Navigation
• U.S. Aids to Navigation System
• Lateral Markers
• Non-Lateral Markers
• Weather Emergencies
• Other Boating Emergencies
• Hypothermia
• Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Boating Basics: Specifically for PWCs

• Steering and Stopping a PWC
• Ignition Safety Switches
• Reboarding a Capsized PWC
• Courtesy When Encountering Other Vessels
• Environmental Considerations
• Other PWC Considerations

It's the Law!

It's the Law: Before Going Out

• Registering Your Vessel
• Other Facts About Titling and Registration
• Registration and Titling Fees
• Where To Title and Register Your Vessel
• Hull Identification Number
• Buying or Selling a Vessel
• Who May Operate a Vessel

It's the Law: Required Equipment

• Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs)
• Navigation Lights
• Fire Extinguishers
• Ventilation Systems
• Backfire Flame Arrestors
• Mufflers
• Visual Distress Signals
• Sound-Producing Devices
• Sound Signals
• Diver-Down Flag
• Skier-Down Flag

It's the Law: On The Water

• Reckless and Unlawful Operation
• Obstructing Navigation
• Alcohol and Drugs
• Marine Events
• Mooring Permits
• Boating Accidents
• Enforcement
• Discharge of Waste
• Discharge of Oil
• Discharge of Trash

It's the Law: Specifically for PWCs

• Requirements Specific to PWCs

It's the Law: Specifically for Skiing

• Requirements for Towing Skiers
• Hand Signals for Skiers
• Avoiding Propeller Strike Injuries

Good to Know

• Waters Under Federal Regulations
• Restrictions on Nevada's Waters
• Protecting Nevada's Waterways
• Required Equipment Checklist
• Nevada Department of Wildlife Offices
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