New wisconsin laws likely to head to courts 10 things you may not have in your boat, but probably should. also good to have when you need a tow or try to tow another boat back to safety.. The very first thing you need is a boat license. to get that, you need to have successfully completed a boat safety course and passed the test. if you had done that... you would know the answer to your question already.. If everyone on board a paddleboat, a watercycle, a stand-up paddleboard or a sealed-hull, sit-on-top kayak is wearing a pfd or lifejacket, you only need to carry a sound-signalling device (whistle); and if using after sunset or in poor visibility, you also need a watertight flashlight..
You will also need to license dinghies or tenders you carry aboard or tow behind a larger boat. you must keep a copy of the licence on board. as of november 1, 2010, to get your free pleasure craft licence, you must mail the following documents to the pleasure craft licensing centre:. If you find yourself in trouble, blow it to attract the attention of anyone who may be in the area. this is a recognized help signal, so only use it when you really need help: a flashlight - you may need it so that other boats can see you if the weather turns bad. also, you can use it to signal in the dark.. If your boat has a built-in fuel tank, an inboard engine, compartments where portable fuel tanks may be stored, or open areas between the hull and deck where flammable or explosive gases could accumulate, you must carry a fire extinguisher. non-motorized boats are exempt from the fire extinguisher requirements..
