"Doug Kanter" wrote in message
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"Bryan" wrote in message
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"Doug Kanter" wrote in message
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"Bryan" wrote in message
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It would be great if everyone had to demonstrate knowledge of the basic
rules of the road and basic safety points before being allowed to
operate a vessel. The only problem with that idea is that no one wants
more regulation!


Based on reactions here from racing boat enthusiasts, many boaters want
a "you can't control me at all" experience. Wild west, if you will.
Unfortunately, what they really need is to hike the Appalachian trail,
alone, in October. Not a boat.


I can't say that I really know what the Appalachian Trail reference
means, but I'll stick my neck out and just say, "ok."


I mean that if you want to play wild pioneer, go hiking, alone, preferably
someplace where your lack of ability will affect only you.


Understood and in agreement.