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How to Rent a Recreational Vehicle Home > Hotels > Deals & News > How to Rent a Recreational Vehicle FREE Newsletters! Win a FREE Trip! Entire Site Destinations Deals/News Bookstore M. Boards Hotels Deals & News Message Boards Frommers.com Newsletters Get the latest deals! Email Print RSS How to Rent a Recreational Vehicle By Harry Basch & Shirley Slater May 5, 2004 May 2004 -- For a first-time RV traveler, renting a unit of the same type you're thinking of buying can be an invaluable help in making up your mind. Just be sure to allow enough time -- a week is the minimum, 2 weeks is better -- to get comfortable with the day-to-day logistics of handling it on the road and hooking it up in the campground. Our own first RV experience was a 6-week lease on a 27-foot motor home because of a book assignment that required us to visit more than 100 remote ski areas. If we'd been renting it for only a few days, we'd probably have turned it back in and said RVing was not for us. When they heard about our plans, well-meaning friends regaled us with their experiences. A West Los Angeles bookstore owner took her family out for a month, but they used the RV only for travel and sleeping. "We never cooked a single meal inside," she said. "It seemed too complicated." A couple from San Diego had tried a rented motor home for 2 days, then, frustrated by slow road speeds, turned it back in and set out in their Mercedes 300 SL instead. But even that's a record compared to a short-tempered lawyer and his wife, who rented an RV for a weekend and gave it up less than an hour into the trip. Note that in none of these cases did the user give the vehicle the old college try. When to Rent Rather Than Buy When setting out on your very first RV journey. When considering replacing your current RV with a different type. When your family can only take a 2-week vacation once a year but wants to do it in an RV. That way you can test drive different models, and when you decide to buy, you'll have plenty of experience. When you want to travel several weeks far from home -- say, in a distant part of the United States -- or take a camping trip in Europe. Popular fly-and-drive packages are available from many companies. When you want to drive the Alaska Highway in one direction only and/or without subjecting your own vehicle to inescapable wear and tear. Simple Ways to Sample Campground Life With Accommodations Similar to RVs 1. Check into a Kamping Kabin or Kamping Kottage at a nearby Kampgrounds of America ( www.koa.com ) campground. Kamping Kabins, one- and two-room rustic log cabins with porches and double beds plus bunk beds, can sleep four for $20 to $30 a night. Kamping Kottages offer a kitchenette, dining area, bathroom with shower, and sleeping quarters for four, with porch swing and sometimes fireplaces and air conditioners. It's a good introduction to camping, especially for families with kids. The fee includes use of the campground's toilet and shower facilities, pool, playground, laundry, and store. The Kabins do not have bathrooms, but an outdoor grill and picnic table are provided. You need to bring your own bedding, lantern, and cooking utensils. Get a full list of locations from KOA, free at any KOA campground or by sending $4 to KOA Directory, P.O. Box 30558, Billings, MT 59114. You can call its administration offices at 406/248-7444 . 2. Call around to the campgrounds in your area or the area you'd like to visit and ask if they have any rental RV units. Sometimes a popular area may offer RVs already in place and hooked up and available for rent by the night. Outdoor World has a network of 15 campgrounds on the East Coast from Maine to Florida that offers RV rental units where you can sample RV living without owning. Their website has complete details on all the campgrounds. Contact them for details and rates at P.O. Box 447, Bushkill, PA 18324 (tel. 800/446-0229; www.resortsusa.com/ow_vac.php . 3. Book the family into Fort Wilderness at Walt Disney World in Orlando. Lodging is in Fleetwood park trailers with full kitchens and bathrooms, similar to travel trailers but set in place for a season or longer. Although you won't be able to road test the vehicle, you can determine how well your family fits into an RV. The cost-with air-conditioning, pool privileges, cable TV, cookware, and housekeeping services-is around $269 a night for a party of six with two adults. It's a good idea to reserve well ahead. For reservations call 407/934-7639 or 407/WDW-CAMP or log-on to www.disney.com ). Where & How to Rent Reserve a rental RV at least a month in advance, 3 months during peak vacation time. If planning to rent in Alaska, reserve 6 to 12 months ahead. A great many rental RVs are booked by European and Australian visitors to the United States who want to be able to see our national parks or drive along the coast of California. The most common unit available for rental is the motor home, either the larger type A or the type C mini-motor home, which accounts for 90% of all rentals. Prices begin at around $875 a week. Use of the generator is not usually included in the fee. You would need it only for operating the ceiling air-conditioning, microwave, and TV in a place without electrical hookups, and the dealer will know how much time you've logged by reading the generator counter, usually located by the on/off switch. When you find a company that rents travel trailers, you'll find they usually require that you furnish your own tow vehicle, hitch, and electrical hookups on the tow vehicle. Some companies offer a furnishings package with bedding, towels, dishes, cooking pots, and utensils for a flat price of around $85 per trip. Other add-on kits are those containing power cords and hoses, plastic trash bags, toilet chemicals, and a troubleshooting guide. Be sure you're provided with a full set of instruction booklets and emergency phone numbers in case of a breakdown. Best of all is to have a 24-hour emergency 800 number in case of a problem. When in doubt, ask a fellow RVer what to do. They're always glad to help, but sometimes hesitant to offer for fear of offending. No matter how much you bustle around like you know what you're doing, the veterans in the campground can spot a goof-up a mile away. Before setting out, be sure the dealer demonstrates all the components and systems of your unit. Take careful notes, and, just as with rental cars, check for dents and damage from prior use before leaving the lot. Get a detailed list of what furnishings are included in your rental so you'll know what necessary items you have to supply. It may be easier to bring things from home than spend vacation time searching for them on the road. How to Locate RV Rental Companies www.rvra.org ). You'll find a directory that lists addresses, phone numbers, and prices for European, Canadian, and U.S. companies listed by city and state or province. There is also a companion page, Rental Ventures, with additional helpful information. Write to them at RVRA, 3930 University Dr., Fairfax, VA 22030-2525. For rental information, call 888/467-8464; www.rvra.org . Cruise America, the largest rental company with more than 100 outlets, has added budget items such as camping vans, fully equipped travel trailers, and fold-out truck campers with compact pickups to tow them, to answer the requests from European campers in America, who are responsible for one-half to two-thirds of the company's rentals. Rentals will range from $875 to $1,895 a week (tel. 800/327-7799; www.cruiseamerica.com . Adventures Rental in Ontario, California, claims to have the largest trailer rental department in the United States, offering folding camping trailers from $350 a week and travel trailers from $575 a week. No rentals are made to anyone under 25. Renters supply tow vehicle, hitch and electrical connections, bedding, and utensils. A cleaning deposit is required and forfeited if the vehicle is not returned clean; the company has its own dump stations for holding tanks. Call them at 909/983-2567 for details. Altman's Winnebago in Carson, California (tel. 800/400-0787 or 310/518-6182; www.altmans.com ), has type A and type C new motor homes for rent. A typical rental charge for a small type C motor home would be around $692 to $1,158 a week. Rental of a type A motor home would run around $1,350 a week. Additional charges would be $15 a day insurance, $6 a day generator fee, and optional charges for kitchen kit (pots, dishes, glasses, $42 per trip) and bedroom kit (bedding and towels, $59 a person per trip). Your local yellow pages should also carry a listing for rentals under "Recreation Vehicle-Rentals." Many rental companies offer free airport pickup and return, if you notify them ahead of time of your flight number and estimated arrival time. Finally, if you fall in love with your rental vehicle (as we did our first one), you might be able to negotiate a purchase price that would subtract your rental fee from the total. If the vehicle is a couple of years old, the price should be even lower, since most dealers get rid of vehicles after 2 or 3 years. Insider Tips -- Normally, insurance on a rental RV is not covered on your personal automobile insurance, so ask your agent for a binder that extends your coverage to the RV for the full rental period. Many dealers require the binder before renting you a vehicle. Read your instruction sheets and checklists through at least once before setting out, then daily before hooking up and unhooking until you know the whole routine. Otherwise, you may -- as we did that first time -- drive miles out of your way to an RV dealer to find out why your generator doesn't work, only to learn it never works when your gas level drops below one-quarter of a tank. Ten Big Rental Companies 1. Cruise America, 4,000 units nationwide (tel. 800/327-7799; www.cruiseamerica.com ). 2. Rent 'N Roam RV Rentals, Shrewsburg, Massachusetts (tel. 800/842-1840 or 407/872-7730; www.rentnroam.com ). 3. El Monte RV Center, Orlando, Florida (tel. 800/367-2120 ); Santa Ana, California (tel. 800/367-2201 or 714/554-0100; www.elmonte.com ), with 950 units. 4. Adventures Rental, Ontario, California (tel. 909/983-2567 ). 5. Moturis, Inc., 300 units in Hawthorne, California, near LAX; 400 units in San Francisco and other cities in the United States (tel. 877/MOTURIS; www.moturis.com ). 6. Road Bear Intl., 100 units in Agoura Hills, California (tel. 818/865-2925; www.roadbearrv.com ). 7. Nolan's RV Center, 120 units in Denver, Colorado (tel. 800/232-8989; www.nolans.com ). 8. Western Motor Coach, 95 units in Lynnwood, Washington (tel. 800/800-1181; www.westernrv.com ). 9. El Monte RV, Linden, New Jersey (tel. 800/337-3418 or 908/474-9000; www.elmonte.com ). 10. Altman's Winnebago, 45 units in Carson, California, near LAX (tel. 310/518-6182; www.altmans.com ). Five Money-Saving Rental Tips Check prices with several companies before making a decision. Establish exactly what the lowest-priced rental will include, such as free miles, amenities like dishes and linens, and breakdown service. Try to plan your trip for shoulder season or off-season. This may vary seasonally, depending on the rental area. Check in advance to see if your own automobile insurance agent will cover your rental insurance. He can usually do it more cheaply than the rental company. Try to plan a loop trip from the area where the rental unit is based to avoid drop-off charges. On long, major journeys such as Alaska or Baja California, you might want to pay the drop-off charge and fly back rather than repeat the arduous drive back to the beginning. Negotiate based on selection. The more units a company has, the wider your choice, but if you're flexible about what sort of rig you rent, you may be able to negotiate a better price if the selection is limited. Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip. 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Berkeley Parents Network: RV Rentals Berkeley Parents Network Home Members Post a Msg Reviews Advice Join BPN Help/FAQ What's New Search RV Rentals Berkeley Parents Network Reviews Services & Businesses Autos RV Rentals Small RV to rent mid June? May 2004 Renting an RV for a week Feb-Apr 2004 RV for Road Trip May 2003 Older Recommendations More advice about Car Rentals Small RV to rent mid June? May 2004 We would like to rent a camper van or small RV for a family get-awayin mid June. Can anyone make a suggestion? Are there private partyrentals out there? My husband and I have a clean driving record andwould be able to take out supplemental insurance, etc....The cruiseamerica agreements are so restrictive and pricey!lj We recently rented a VW Camper Van from California Campers in Redwood City for a week-long trip down the California Coast. We rented a 1988 vehicle that worked great, has a pop top that sleeps two and a pull out back seat that also sleeps two. Working stove, sink and refrigerator in the van. We brought our dog and it worked well. We had a wonderful trip and the price was pretty reasonable (I think it worked out to about $700 for the whole week.) The guy who runs it is very laid back and helpful. Anon Hi, just my input on CA Campers and renting a Westy, which we've now done twice. LOVE the camper itself for our family of 4, and the first trip several years ago was wonderful. The second time around, the original van broke down so the owner drove a new one to us (4 hours away!) and swapped it out and covered our motel. Then it broke down a second time and we had to get it fixed ourselves since we were by now at least an 8-10 hour drive away. Not necessarily a negative reflection on CA Campers, but on renting a circa late 1980's van (mechanically easier to fix than the new ones, but somewhat risky in my opinion). Have fun!anon Renting an RV for a week Feb 2004 We want to rent a medium-sized RV for about a week this summer. Has anybody done this before? If so, where should we go to do it? What should we look for and what kind of questions should we ask?Thankshappycamper Our son (7) has become enamored of RVs with an ''upstairs'' as he calls them. We would like to rent one for a week or so, but I have looked and looked on the internet and even the smallest ones (I prefer small, actually) cost almost $1,000 a week, with limited mileage! I also looked into the VW campers (although I'm not sure they would be entirely satisfactory to my son...), but they, too, are prohibitively expensive (about $750/week with limited mileage). So... before I give up on my son's top vacation request, does anyone have any suggestions for less expensive ways to rent?never thought I would ask this question... Hi I found your post interesting because I have seen other familiesinquiring about RVs. Last year I got lucky I got a FREE 25 footWinnebago Brave RV from Craigslist. Its a long but very nicestory. Anyways, she is in good condition, but has needed someupgrading which we are doing little by little. Our next projectis upholstery and tires. Then she is ready to roll. Because Iwas so lucky, my family and I would like to offer ''Winnie'' toother families for short trips. While she doesn't have anupstairs, every kid I have known thought it was the coolestthing. It has a TV, Radio Casette player with surprising goodsound quality, stove and fridge that operate on propane, bathroomwith shower. It also runs on electricity.Of course Winnie would be much less affordable then renting fromsay El Monte, but I think she would suit your needs. We are justtrying to defray the cost of upgrading her.If you are interested, send me an e-mail at ljkwaiting AT earthlink.netLori RV for Road Trip May 2003 I'm thinking of renting an RV this summer to road trip back to the Midwest and have already checked with Cruise America but it's too expensive. Does anyone know of any alternatives? If you've done this before do you think it's worth the expense? I have two children under 4 and the thought of us being cooped up in our car that long is not very appealing! Any advice is much appreciated. Thanks.Jackie An RV will provide you an alternative for accomodations, butwon't change the driving experience: your children will need tobe in their car seats whether they are driving in your car ortraveling in an RV. So if they have a hard time traveling a longdistance in the car, the RV would make no difference. It doesgive you a lot more flexibility about where you stop for mealsand for the night, though.Barbara I am trying to answer your query before my husband does because he will tell you that renting the Cruise America RV was one of the finest, funnest things that he ever did with his (our) life. Here is what I consider to be the objective reality:1) We rented a Cruise America RV--one of the bigger models--to go from New Orleans through LA and MI, up to Oxford, MI (Faulkner's birthplace and home) and back to New Orleans, in a weeks time. We then recuperated in a 5-star hotel for another week. 2) My then two-year old son and 8 1/2 year old daughter thought the RV was the finest thing since Ben 'n Jerry's ''One Sweet Whirled.'' They got such a kick out of the concept and journey. 3) I find these things intimidating to drive--our wonderful nanny and my husband drove it with ease; I did not, and would not, drive it. I had visions of getting stuck under overpasses and taking out whole city blocks of innocent bystanders. 4) Someone has to ''hook up'' the darn thing in the RV parks, and, worse yet, let the ''junk'' out--''junk'' is my euphemism for bodily waste. 5) For some reason, even though we paid for a larger model with a ''complete'' bathroom, we never showered in the RV. We used the showers in the RV parks, and other RVers seem to be doing the same thing. Don't shower where you eat, maybe? I don't know. It just seemed to be everyone's instinct. 6) The hotel on wheels concept mitigated, and, maybe, even eliminated, arguments about some of us not being ready to go. My husband merely disconnected us, stepped on the gas, and we were on our way. So, in this way, the RV may be a friction-reducer. 7) There is another outfit, with Swiss-manufactured RVs (Mobius, or something like that)--they looked sleeker and more modern, but they had not outlet in New Orleans. There are only a few of them in the States, I believe. 8) Would we do it again--absolutely. My husband and children and nanny and, okay, I, had fun. And the photos of our life in the RV are precious. 9) You might ask if Cruise America offers a AAA discount. 10) Feel free to e-mail me, not my husband, if I haven't covered something. 11) Oh, yes, factor in gas costs--gas is much more expensive than when we weGlad I did it, ONCE!P Older Recommendations 1999 I rented a camper van from someplace in hayward. It was just me and myinfant daughter. It was pretty spendy and fun. The camper could easilyhold 2 children and dogs contained a toilet stove microwave and fridge.Presumably if youd only be using it to sleep in and not stuck in the raininside with all mentioned family members it would cheaper then a Rv. My family of 4 just rented an RV and traveled to the Grand Canyon over the Easter Break. We had a blast...really relaxing for everyone and a fun, safe adventure. We rented our RV from CruiseAmerica and you can find out all about them at www.CruiseAmerica.com. You pick it up out on 66th near the Oakland Coliseum. We rented a 20' and got "upgraded" to a 24' which was fine but I still would go smaller next time. They give you a terrific book on all RV parks in the US so we would just figure out where we wanted to stop, read a description and head that way. We never made reservations, but I would recommend it for inside the Grand Canyon (we just got lucky). The CruiseAmerica units are fully contained, clean, and well-maintained. We only had full hook-ups one night and it never was a problem. Getting the fridge to stay cold is a little tricky on just propane, but we figured out the trick and the rest of our trip everything stayed cold. Inside the Grand Canyon (South Rim), I would recommend Camp Mather which does not have hook-ups but is much prettier than the camp with full RV hookups which is more like a parking lot. I would also recommend that you pick up your RV unit and then go home and load it because the RV does not come with ANY kitchen utensils, blankets, pillows, or anything and while you can rent a "Personal Package", they are expensive and not extensive at all...we just brought all of our own which was more comfortable and easier. Kathleen Home | Reviews | Advice | Members | Post a Message Join BPN | Help | What's New | Search Please send questions and comments to Berkeley Parents Network . Last updated: Jun 24, 2005 © 1996-2006 Berkeley Parents Network The opinions and statements expressed on this website are those of parents who subscribe to the Berkeley Parents Network . Please see our Disclaimer for details.

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BOAT AND RECREATION VEHICLE SAFETY BUREAU BOAT AND RECREATION VEHICLE SAFETY BUREAU FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1. Where can I locate Boat Massachusetts the MA boaters handbook which explains boating laws, offers safety information and operation guidelines? 2. Who is required to take a Boating Safety Course in Massachusetts? 3. Does the state offer Boating Safety Courses? How do I put my name on the mailing list for boating course information? 4. At what age can a person operate a personal watercraft ( PWC )? 5. What is the age requirement for a person to operate an off-road vehicle ? 6. As an out-of-state boater , what boating laws do I have to know? 7. Who is required to wear a life jacket or personal flotation device (PFD)? 8. Is a personal flotation device (PFD ) i.e., life jacket, required to be on board all boats/personal watercraft? 9. What safety equipment is required to be on board a boat? 10. Where can I operate my PWC ? 11. Can a skier be towed by a PWC ? 12. How do I register my boat, PWC or recreation vehicle? 13. Is it legal to drink alcoholic beverages on board a boat? 14. If my boat is involved in a boating accident , what should I do? 15. If my recreational vehicle or snowmobile is involved in a recreational vehicle accident, what should I do? 16. Where are the pump out station locations? 17. How do I report a boater polluting the water with contaminants like oil, gasoline or trash? 18. What are some tips which can help ease the environmental impact of routine boating? 19. What is the law regarding boating and marine mammals ? 20. How important is it to check the weather forecast before I launch my boat? 21. How can I obtain a copy of a boating or recreation vehicle accident report ? 22. How can I obtain a replacement Boating Safety Certificate ? 23. Where can I launch my boat? 24. Does my recreational vehicle ( ATV, dirt bike or snowmobile ) need to be registered? 25. Do paddle crafts ( kayak, rowboat, canoe or sailboat ) have to be registered in MA? 26. What safety equipment are required onboard paddle crafts and/or small, non-motorized craft? 27. How can I report violations of any boating, off-road vehicle or natural resource laws? Answers to Frequently Asked Questions: 1. The Boat Massachusetts boaters guide is available on line at http://boat-ed.com/ma/handbook/boater_education.htm . or in hardcopy format by contacting MA Environmental Police Boat and Recreation Vehicle Safety Bureau office in Hyannis, MA at (617)727-8760 or (508)790-9360. Return to Top 2. For any size motorized boat (except a PWC), persons 16 years of age and older may operate alone. Persons 12 through 15 years of age must earn a boating safety certificate by taking an approved safe boating course in order to operate a motorboat without adult supervision. For course information: www.state.ma.us/dfwele/dle/dlecours.htm Return to Top 3 . The MA Environmental Police offer NASBLA approved boating safety courses which include PWC operating rules. Current course schedules and other state approved course provider offerings can be viewed on our website: www.state.ma.us/dfwele/dle/dlecours.htm . To add your name to our mailing list to receive course information, call (508) 790-9360 or (617) 727-8760 Return to Top 4. Persons 18 years of age and over may operate a personal watercraft (PWC). Persons 16 and 17 years of age who have earned a boating safety certificate by passing an approved boating safety course may operate a (PWC). Return to Top 5. Persons less than 10 years of age may not operate a recreation vehicle. Persons 10-11 years of age may operate on land owned by the operator and when supervised by an adult. Persons 12-13 years of age must be directly supervised by an adult. Persons 14 years of age and over may operate recreation vehicles . Return to Top 6. Each state has its own unique boating rules. Massachusetts boating rules can be reviewed at www.mass.gov/dfwele/dle/boatrvsafe.htm Return to Top 7. In Massachusetts, life preservers (PFDs) are required to be worn by: (1) youth less than 12 years of age; (2) all personal watercraft users; (3) water skiers and (4) canoeists/kayakers during the period of September 15 May 15. Return to Top 8. All boats must have at least one wearable Type I, II, or III U.S.Coast Guard approved life jacket (PFD) readily accessible for each person on board. One Type 4 throwable device must be on board a powerboat greater than 16 ft. in length. Return to Top 9. Please see Page 38 of the Boat Massachusetts boaters guide for complete safety equipment information. Return to Top 10. Personal watercraft (PWC) can only be operated on waters greater than 75 acres. Some cities and towns have instituted restrictions on some water bodies regarding the operation of PWC. We recommend users contact local authorities to see if local regulations are in effect. In addition, the waters in and around the Cape Cod National Seashore are off limits to PWC operation. Return to Top 11. Personal watercraft (PWC) are not allowed to tow anyone or anything in any manner in Massachusetts waters. Return to Top 12. All motorized recreational boats, off-road vehicles such as snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles must be registered with the state. For more specific information, see www.mass.gov/dfwele/dle/instructionspage.htm#Boat Return to Top 13. Strong penalties for alcohol or drug abuse while operating a motorboat have been instituted within the state. For first offenders, fines, imprisonment, and the loss of motor vehicle license are possible. ( LINK to ch90b, s.8a on website ) Return to Top 14. In cases where a boating accident results in a fatality, personal injury or property damage over $500, a MA Environmental Police accident report must be submitted (fatality within 2 days, other within 5 days). ( LINK to Boat Accident Form ) Return to Top 15. The operator or owner of a recreational vehicle involved in a collision, accident or other such casualty resulting in death or injury to a person or damage to property in excess of $50 shall notify a law enforcement officer immediately and file a written report of the incident with the MA Environmental Police within 48 hours . ( LINK to Rec Vehicle Accident Form ) Return to Top 16 . Pumpout stations are coordinated through the MA Office of Coastal Zone Management (CZM) at (617) 626-1212 or http://www.mass.gov/czm/potoc.htm . Presently, stations are located along the shoreline; no inland stations are operable. Return to Top 17. Pollution acts, either accidental or intentional, should be reported immediately to the Coast Guard (1-800-424-8802) and the local law enforcement agency. Return to Top 18 . Make it a policy not to throw anything overboard. It is illegal to discharge waste, oil or trash into the water. You must immediately notify the U.S. Coast Guard ( 1-800-424-8802) and the Dept. of Environmental Protection (1-800-304-1133) if your vessel discharges oil or hazardous substances into the water. Keep a supply of oil absorbent rags on board for oil and fuel leaks. Use non-toxic cleaners on board that do not contain phosphates which are toxic to aquatic ecosystems. Recycle fluids at your marina such as engine or out drive oil, and ethylene glycol (toxic) antifreeze. Recycle oil filters and batteries. Return to Top 19 . It is illegal to harass, hunt, capture, or kill any marine mammal. This includes negligent or intentional acts which result in the disturbance or molestation of a marine mammal. The U.S. Coast Guard should be notified of any such actions ( 1-800-424-8802). Return to Top 20. Weather conditions are of great importance to all water users. Become familiar with your local weather related services. NOAA weather radios will announce special marine warnings issued by the local National Weather Service ( http://www.nws.noaa.gov/ ) Always check the local weather outlook before launching. Return to Top 21 . Freedom of Information Act requests for copies of boat or recreation vehicle accident reports should be directed to MA Environmental Police, 1019 Route 132, Hyannis, MA 02601. Phone: (617)727-8760 or (508)790-9360 Fax: (617)727-2617. The date, location and type of accident are required to properly identify specific accidents. Return to Top 22. Duplicate boating safety certificates may be obtained by contacting the MA Environmental Police Boat and Recreation Vehicle Safety Bureau at (617) 727-8760 or (508) 790-9360. Return to Top 23. Public boat access, canoe/car-top launch sites and fish pier information may be obtained by contacting the Public Access Board at (617) 727-1843. ( LINK to PAB ) Return to Top 24. All off-road vehicles operated on public or private property must be registered with the state, except if used solely on land owned by the operator. Out-of-state recreation vehicle registrations are not valid in Massachusetts. Return to Top 25. A non-motorized boat is not required to be registered in the state of Massachusetts. Return to Top 26. Small non-motorized craft are required to have a wearable life jacket (PFD) on board for each person. Between the dates of September 15 and May 15 canoeists and kayakers are required to wear PFDs at all times. Additionally, on coastal waters a visual distress signal is required during operation in low visibility and nighttime hours. Return to Top 27. A person may contact the MEP Operations Center (radio dispatch) at 1-800-632-8075 or (617) 626-1665 to file a complaint. Return to Top