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Anyone being towed behind a boat or PWC, in an activity such as water skiing, must wear a properly fitted Type I, II or III USCG-approved PFD. There must be a person, other than the operator, on board who is at least 12 years old and who continually observes the skier, or the towing vessel must be fitted with a wide-angle rear-view mirror.

The towing vessel must have a capacity rating at least equal to the number of people operating, observing, and being towed.

**Towing people on water skis or similar devices is only permitted between sunrise and sunset.** 

It is vital that the operator and the skier pay attention to “no ski” zones. It is not permitted to ski within 100 feet of a commercial boat dock, moorage harbor, or swimming area. It is not permitted to ski within 2,000 feet of a lock or dam.

Vessels towing kites and similar airborne devices are subject to additional regulations:

- An observer, at least 12 years of age, must be present (a wide-angle mirror is not permitted)
- Not pass within 500 feet of commercial docks and ramps
- Limit the tow rope to a maximum of 150 feet
- Limit the number of persons being towed to a maximum of two.

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