When towing an individual there must also be a backwards facing observer on the vessel besides the operator.
Vessels must display the red or orange skier-down flag when the individual they’re towing falls into the water.
Skiing while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, including prescription narcotics and illegal drugs is forbidden.
Children 12 years old and younger must be wearing PFDs while water skiing, riding a tube or being towed behind a vessel in any manner.
Water skiing (or towing of people on other devices) is only allowed during daylight hours (between sunrise and sunset).
The operator of the boat may not manipulate or control the boat so as to cause the person(s) being towed to collide with any object or person.
GO BACK TO How to Videos
You May Also Like
ADDITIONAL TERMINOLOGY
Here are some additional terms that boaters should be familiar with before operating a [...]
Read MoreWHERE TO FIND FAMILY BOATING TRIPS
Where can I find family boating destinations? Keith describes some ways to find some [...]
Read MoreIT’S TIME FOR THAT BOAT
Discover Boating presents, “It’s Time for That Boat – Fishing with Grandpa”
Read More