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Lake of the Woods Safe Recreational Lake Users Examination
BOAT AND LAKE REGULATIONS TEST

1. To initially register a boat at LOW, you must provide a current LOWA membership or tenant card, ownership or lease of the boat, the horsepower, length, whether equipped with a marine toilet, proof of insurance, and have passed the boating test.
True

False

2. The motor of the watercraft shall be stopped during pick-up or loading of any person from the water.
True

False
3. All watercraft shall have all safety equipment in compliance with U.S. Coast Guard and Commonwealth of Va. regulations.
True

False
4. All powered watercraft must keep a 100 foot clearance from other watercraft when exceeding 5 mph.
True

False

5. When 2 or more persons are being towed, and one falls, the other must drop their tow line immediately.
True

False
6. Internal combustion engines, whether used or not, shall not be allowed on the Fishing Lake at LOW.
True

False
7. The bigger faster watercraft always has the right of way.
True

False
8. Watercraft can be used for overnight accommodations if equipped with a port-a-potty.
True

False
9. Fishing lines put out at personal docks can be left unattended.
True

False
10. Only boat owners should know the applicable navigational rules.
True

False
11. All PWC operators must be at least 16 years of age.
True

False
12. While operating a tow watercraft pulling any person on skis, tubes, etc. an observer, in addition to the operator, is required on weekends and holidays.
True

False

13. Registrants of watercraft shall carry current personal liability and property damage insurance with limits of not less than:
a. Bodily Injury Liability of $50,000 for injuries to one person and $100,000 for more than one person.
b. Property Damage Liability of $10,000

True

False
14. Landing a watercraft at any time on swimming beaches is permitted at LOWA.
True

False

15. All watercraft occupants (operators and passengers) must have a U.S. Coast Guard personal flotation device available in the watercraft.
True

False
16. Tying up to "No Wake" buoys is permissible at LOW.
True

False
17. Skiers may intentionally drop a ski anywhere in the lake if they intend to come back for it later.
True

False

18. The proper procedure to pick up a fallen skier or tuber is:
a. Immediately reduce power to idle.
b. When safe, turn 180 degrees in the direction that will avoid obstructions or traffic at idle.
c. Immediately return to the fallen person at safe speed.
True

False
19. Boat slips at the marinas are for anyone to use anytime.
True

False
20. All powered watercraft traffic on the lake shall normally proceed in a counter-clockwise direction.
True

False

21. Watercraft using the lake after sunset and before sunrise shall be equipped with, and be required to use, proper navigational lights.
True

False
22. Pontoon Boats are called "party boats" because the rules for capacity, drinking while driving, and safe navigational rules on the right of way do not apply.
True

False
23. Anyone can use the ski jump.
True

False
24. Racing of motorized watercraft is allowed on the main lake at LOW.
True

False
25. Dumping trash, garbage, litter, or pollutants of any kind is not permitted in any LOW lakes.
True

False
26. All Commonwealth of Virginia fishing laws shall be complied with when fishing in LOW lakes.
True

False
27. The LOWA registration decal shall be firmly attached to the left side of the hull or railing (pontoon boats) so that the decal is clearly visible.
True

False

28. Swimming with or without floats is allowed within 75' of a stationary watercraft in coves.
True

False
29. All watercraft must display a current LOWA decal before it may be launched in either of the lakes.
True

False
30. No one shall operate a watercraft while sitting on the gunwale or the back of the driver's seat if the watercraft is moving in excess of 5 mph.
True

False
31. All persons engaged in skiing, tubing, etc., shall wear a U.S. Coast Guard approved flotation device designed to protect the chest ribs and back, and to support an unconscious person.
True

False
32. PWC's can operate at night at LOW, if they have navigational lights.
True

False
33. Scuba diving activity is indicated by a float or watercraft displaying a rectangular red flag with a diagonal white stripe (Divers Below Flag). A distance of 75 feet must be maintained from this activity.
True
False
34. If approaching another watercraft head on, you can pass on whatever side is easiest for you.
True
False
35. No person under the age of 14 years shall operate any watercraft having more than 10 horsepower on the lake unless accompanied by the watercraft owner or operator's parent, or legal guardian.
True
False

36. Swimming in the marinas is permitted.

True
False
37. All registered boats are limited to 21 feet or less.
True
False
38. Use of nets, seines, and traps are permitted to catch bait fish at LOW.
True
False
39. The Commonwealth of Va. and LOWA have the right to enforce
their respective regulations.
True
False
40. A flotation belt is a permissible alternative to the US Coast Guard approved personal flotation device for all skiers.
True
False
41. It is considered reckless to operate a personal watercraft following a towed person at a distance of less than 50 yds. (150 ft) or pass in front of a powered watercraft closer than 50 yds (150 ft)
True
False
42. Skiers or other towed persons are permitted to take-off from, or land, on any beach or dock.
True
False

43. The maximum allowable speed on the fishing lake is 5 mph.

True
False
44. Sailboats have the right of way over all other boats.
True
False
45. The maximum speed on the main lake from 7 am to sunset is 36 mph.
True
False
46. While passing canoes, rowboats, or sailboats engaged in racing, powered watercraft must yield the right of way. Out of courtesy the watercraft should either slow down or pass so its wake will cause the least disturbance to the race or racers. (Coast Guard Inland Rules).
True
False
47. Boat speed on the shore side of the "no-wake" buoys and in coves is 5 mph or less.
True
False
48. Disabled boats or boats in tow must get out of the way of other boats.
True
False
49. The maximum speed on the lake from sunset to 7 am is 15 mph or less.
True
False
50. Anchoring unattended watercraft in coves is permitted.
True
False

I attest that I have read Section X (Use of the Lakes) contained in the LOW Regulations Handbook. I recognize my responsibility for the safe recreational use of watercraft. I will inform my guests and members of my household of these regulations and that I am liable for their actions.

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Clearly print your name in block letters		 Please return this exam with a self addressed/stamped envelope to receive your grade and certificate.
 

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Signature of Property Owner / Tesst Date

 

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