“Every pleasure boat floating or sailing in New York State waters must carry a least one wearable US Coast Guard Approved PFD, for each person on board. In addition, boats 16 feet and greater in length also must carry a Type IV throwable PFD.”
“Children under the age of twelve must wear a Type I, Type II, or Type III PFD on board a boat unless in a fully enclosed cabin. The PFD must be the appropriate size for the child.”
“Anyone operating or riding on a personal watercraft (Jet Ski, Wave Runner, or similar craft must wear a PFD.”
“Anyone being towed behind a boat, such as water skiers, tubers, parasailers, etc., must wear a PFD. ”
“Everyone on board any vessel of less than 21 feet, including rowboats, canoes and kayaks, between November first and May first must wear a PFD.”
