Information for New Skippers

• Don’t be afraid to ask for help when decorating your boat.  We have skippers with years of experience that are always willing to give advice.
• Have a helpful crew member onboard each night
• All boats must be capable of at least 6 knots
• Displays don’t need to be complex, simple works
• Meet minimum Coast Guard requirements for your sized boat (Nav lights, PFDs, fire extinguishers, horn, bilge pump) – Safety #1 priority
• Insurance and Boater Safety Card required (unless exempt)
• Portable generator for lights/inverter/genset
• Radar & chartplotter not necessary, but are helpful
• VHF Radio to communicate with River Leaders
• Always remember that you are performing for the community and your guests – Have fun!

 See the New Skipper PowerPoint presentation below for more detailed information on what to expect!

Download the New Skipper Presentation shown above

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 See the video below for a demonstration of how the skipper of one of the brighest ships in the fleet makes his displays! 

Skipper information sheet (useful to have on-board): SkipperInformation.pdf

Blank Guest Lists to plan out your crew / friends:

Columbia Guest / Crew Form -or- Willamette Guest / Crew Form