OPERATION

Navigational Rules

Non-Motorized Craft

Non-motorized craft (sailboats, canoes, etc.) are normally given the right-of-way, with the following exceptions:

SWhen a non-motorized craft is overtaking a power vessel, the power vessel has the right-of-way.

SNon-motorized craft should stay clear of fishing ves- sels.

SIn a narrow channel, a non-motorized craft should not interfere with the safe passage of a power vessel.

Fishing Vessel Right-of-Way

All vessels that are fishing with nets, lines or trawls are considered “fishing vessels” under International Rules. Vessels with trolling lines are not considered fishing vessels. Fishing vessels have the right-of-way, regardless of position. However, they must not interfere with the passage of other vessels in narrow channels.

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Polaris 2003 MSX owner manual Non-Motorized Craft, Fishing Vessel Right-of-Way