[OSMB-News] Free Boat Inspections from Columbia County Marine Patrol February 4

[MASSEY Ashley * OSMB]

For Immediate Release                                                     Date: Wednesday, January 18, 2017

Free Boat Inspections from Columbia County Marine Patrol February 4

          The Columbia County Marine Patrol will be holding free boat inspections at the Scappoose Bay Marina, 57420 Old Portland Road, in Warren, Oregon, on February 4.  The event begins at 10 am and runs through 3 pm.  Inspections generally take ten minutes or less.
            "It's better to do boat inspections on land than on the water," says Sergeant Phil Edwards.  "We want to make sure boaters are carrying the proper safety equipment like life jackets, the right fire extinguisher, have a sound producing device and also have their boater education card and valid registration documents along with current registration decals.  It's never a good time when a boater finds out they need to carry something when they're in the middle of their activity."  Edwards adds, "Doing boat inspections ahead of time makes things easier for the boater and gives law enforcement a chance to make sure they're in compliance before they get underway."
            When a boat passes an inspection, the Marine Deputy will give the boater a Marine Board Law Enforcement Examination sticker to affix to the boat.  This is recognized by other law enforcement, leading to fewer on-the-water stops for compliance checks.  If a boater does not have the proper equipment or documentation, the Marine Patrol will help identify what's needed and how to come into compliance before the boater hits the water.  Registered Guides and Outfitters are encouraged to attend, but can schedule a time with the Sheriff's Marine Patrol if the event conflicts with guiding services.  Guides and outfitters will also be checked for their current Marine Board registration credentials.
            "This is also a great opportunity to meet your Marine Patrol Deputies and learn some local waterway knowledge," Edwards adds.  "We've been everywhere in every condition, and can offer lots of helpful advice."
            For more information about equipment requirements and other waterway regulations, visit www.boatoregon.com<http://www.boatoregon.com>.
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Ashley A. Massey
Legislative Coordinator
Public Information Officer
Oregon State Marine Board
503-378-2623

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