I need help getting started in boating. I am interested in operating a
small boat with a motor under 10-15 feet. (not a sailboat or a
speedboat). For the sea area for recreational boating around for fun.
I am located in Queens NY.

I realize that I need to take boating safety classes. So I will contact
the USCGA soon.

But I can not seem to find any answer on the web. Here are some of my
question:

Do I need a license and insurance? Do I need a drivers (car) license?

I do not have a car, where do I keep my boat? Would it coat me money to
dock it on a pier or by the shore?

During cold winters, can a boat stay dock in water?

Thank you, SR!