Stupid boat questions

[KoldFeet]

My brother in law gave me a 12' jon boat. I bought a 38# electric motor & battery for it. It gets my son and I around on our comunity pond ok, but I am wondering if I need to get it licenced to take it elsewhere in the state? If so do I do this at the dmv? What am I required to take on the water in this small boat besides pfd's & oars?

I may be pushing my luck with all the dumb Q's but I'd also like to hear some of your favorite spots to take a small craft.[]

Thanks! KF
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[lunkerhunter2]

You already broke the law![] Any floatation device with a motor attached must be registered. No matter where you are.
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[fsh4fun05]

Some info. [url "http://www.stateparks.utah.gov/boating/default.htm"]http://www.stateparks.utah.gov/boating/default.htm[/url]
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[DKSRenegade]

If you use a motor, you have to register. That simple!
I like small places like Causey and Lost Creek. Even places like Trial Lake and Smith and Moore House are fun with a small boat or pontoon.
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[KoldFeet]

Thanks for the info! And thanks for the link Fish4fun05, that's just what I needed! Wouldn't want to get a ticket in my own backyard![shocked]

Guess it's row row row your boat for now![]
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[fuzzyfisher]

well your allmost right!
i does mater where you are! privet pond's and lakes are still ok with out!! and there are a lot more around than one might think..
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[Kent]

Kevin, there are lots of reservoirs up Fairview canyon that would be great to fish with a smaller vessel:

Huntington Reservoir (you are familiar with that place)
Fairview Reservoir (can't use the electric trolling motor)
Electric Lake
Millers Flat
Cleveland Reservoir

And several others.
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