Boating and Water Safety

Posted on: July 21, 2021 - 5:02pm

 Boat and water vehicle operators on Sawyer Lake must follow the Boating and Water Safety Rules and Regulations Title XXII,  Chapter 270-D.  The full Chapter can be found on www.generalcourt.state.nh/rsa/html/XXII/270-D/270-D-2.   VI. (a) Boat and water vehicle operators must ".. provide full visibility and control and to prevent their wake from being thrown into or causing excessive rocking to other boats, barges, water skiers, aquaplans or other boats, rafts, or floats, all vessels shall maintain headway speed when within 150 feet from: (1) rafts, floats, swimmers.  (2) Permitted swimming areas.  (3) Shore.           (4) Docks. (5) Mooring fields. (6) Other vessels."   Following the rules ensures everyone will have a safe and fun summer season.