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Guidelines & Safety Instructions (Boat Rentals in CA)

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RENTAL GUIDELINES


Rules differ for group reservations.

  • Renters must be 18 years of age or older and provide a valid, physical government-issued photo ID to be held as rental collateral until rental product is returned.
  • All Rentals: One-hour minimum. After first hour all rental hours are prorated in 15-minute increments.
  • We do not offer refunds for weather – Rain Checks Only.
  • Damaged Goods – You will be charged for product damaged during your rental.

 

WATERCRAFT RULES: 

  • You must know how to swim to rent water products.
  • Everyone must wear a correctly fitted PFD/Life jacket at all times.
  • Exiting/entering your boat from any place other than the designated launch area is NOT permitted and will result in termination of your rental with no refund.
  • Please be mindful of fishermen and their lines in the water.
  • No swimming or jumping from any watercraft.
  • ALCOHOLIC beverages are NOT permitted at any time before or during watercraft rentals.
  • Please be certain you receive and understand user instructions prior to renting.
  • Each watercraft has a maximum capacity. Your rental clerk will assist in fitting your party to the correct watercraft(s).

 

BOAT AGE LIMITS:  

  • All children under 15 years of age must be accompanied onboard by parent or guardian.

 

BOAT CAPACITIES:  

  • Small Swan Boat: 2 adults and 2 children under 10 years old.
  • Large Swan Boat: Up to 5 people.
  • Hand Crank Boat: Up to 4 people

 

Review Release of Liability Agreement for full rental terms & conditions. All equipment rented is subject to the rules of operation. Failure to obey is subject to immediate termination of rental without refund.

 

 

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS


BOATS & KAYAKS:

  • All boaters must wear fully buckled lifejackets at all times
  • Do not stand in boat.
  • All children under 15 years of age must be accompanied onboard by parent or guardian.
  • Do not beach the boat, as you may damage the boat wheel or rudder. Please return to the dock to drop off or pick up passengers.
  • Maintain a distance of 20 feet from the shore at all times.
  • Upon return, please wait for us to help you out of the boat.
  • No swimming or jumping from any watercraft. Horseplay will not be tolerated.
  • When the wind is blowing, we recommend boaters initially travel into the wind.
  • If you need assistance or see someone who needs assistance, please call the number printed on the decal inside the boat.

IF NIGHT RIDE

  • Also, please keep the noise level down, so as not to disturb the surrounding community.