Boating
All vessels powered by motor (gasoline, diesel, or electric), or sail, must be registered and numbered.
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KDWP, Safe Kids Kansas, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Remind Boaters to Stay Safe During National Safe Boating WeekFor Immediate Release: May 16, 2025 Contact: Laura Rose Clawson, Chief of Public AffairsLaura.roseclawson@ks.govKDWP, Safe Kids Kansas, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Remind Boaters to Stay Safe During National Safe Boating WeekPRATT – As boating season gets underway, many people will be heading to the wate ... Read More
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Enjoy Independence Day Weekend, Boat SafePRATT – Fireworks, good food and spending time outdoors are on the menu for many Kansans this Independence Day weekend. As such, state lakes and reservoirs will be filled with boaters taking advantage of the long weekend to relax on the water. Whether you’re enjoying a leisurely trip on a pontoon boat or paddling solo on a kayak, here are some ... Read More
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Kansas Game Wardens Address Boating Under the Influence Concerns at Perry ReservoirTOPEKA – Kansas Game Wardens have been targeting Perry Reservoir for Boating Under the Influence (BUI) violations in response to safety concerns. Nine arrests for BUI have been made this summer at Perry, including three this past weekend. Perry Reservoir, located just 20 miles northeast of Topeka, likely receives the heaviest boating ... Read More