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Coast Guard Kill Switches Required by Law Starting in April 2021 Boaters operating vessels under 26 feet long will be required to use an engine kill switch beginning next month, officials said. The United States Coast Guard announced the new requirement after the law was passed by Congress. Engine kill switches considerably prevent runaway boat incidents and the deadly threats they pose. An engine cut-off switch is usually a lanyard-style cord that attaches to the person oper...ating the vessel. If a person were to accidentally fall out of the boat, the tension of the lanyard would immediately shut off the motor. Wireless cut off switches have been developed and are also approved for use. These use an electronic fob that is carried by the driver and senses when it is submerged in water, and automatically shuts off the engine. Each year the Coast Guard receives reports of recreational boaters who fell out of or thrown from their boat. These incidents have lead to injuries and deaths. Most of these incidents end with the boat in gear with no one in control, leaving the operator stranded in the water as the boat continues straight or it circles the person in the water eventually hitting them, often with the propellor. Runaway boat situations put the ejected operator, other people on the water, marine law enforcement and first responders in serious danger. An overwhelming majority of boats have a kill switch system set up, USCG officials said. So, this new requirement simply obligates recreational boaters to use the safety features already present on their boat. Here is the official law: Section 503 of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2018 required manufacturers of covered recreational boats (less than 26 feet in length, with an engine capable of 115 lbs. of static thrust) to equip the vessel with an ECOS installed as of December 2019. Owners of recreational vessels produced after December 2019 are required to maintain the ECOS on their vessel in a serviceable condition. It is recommended that recreational vessel owners regularly check their existing ECOS system to ensure it works, following manufacturer’s instructions. Section 8316 of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2021 requires individuals operating covered recreational vessels (less than 26 feet in length, with an engine capable of 115 lbs. of static thrust; 3 HP or more) to use ECOS links. Using the ECOSL is required only when the primary helm is not within an enclosed cabin, and when the boat is operating on plane or above displacement speed. Common situations where ECOSL use would not be required include docking/trailering, trolling and operating in no-wake zones. ________________________________________ Boaters are encouraged to check the U.S. Coast Guard website for additional information on this new use requirement and other safety regulations and recommendations: https://uscgboating.org/recre/Engine-Cut-Off-Switch-FAQ.php See more

Spring is right around the corner. Just a quick status report, G & G Marina sustained no damage from the ice and snow. The Lake is thawing and almost ice free on the Little Niangua. G & G Marina service and parts department will be open beginning Tuesday March 2. The hours for the marina will be 8:30am to 5pm Tuesday through Saturday. Our gas dock will be open from 8:30am to 4pm Tuesday through Saturday.

A Letter from Larry Goudy from our customers It has been a challenging winter, but all is well here at G & G. The phones have been on the answering machine and return calls slow, but we will be working on call backs today. The roads have been bad enough at times to restrict travel as you well know. However, this note is to let you know that the marina is in good shape. In the mid 70’s the lake froze to about 12 thick and the need for power generation drew the lake down about... 6 every 12 hours. The result was the lake was down about 13’ total. We had to spend about 6 weeks moving the docks out in the day and letting them freeze in over night as they were beyond the anchor cables. So, the existing situation is far from what it could be. A Letter from Larry Goudy to our Customers Now, a word of caution. As this ice melts there will likely be islands of ice that can be wind and/or current driven. One would not think they could do much damage, but 1 of ice of any appreciable size can weigh enough to damage docks! The service department is scheduling appointments but remember that some hoists may not have enough water depth to launch boats. Keep the shop advised as best you can. We appreciate you all and Thank You for your patience.

Good Morning Lakers G & G Marina's hours for winter will be as follows: The gas dock, sales and showroom are open from 9am to 4pm Wednesday through Saturday and on Tuesday open from 9am to 3pm. Our service and parts departments are closed until Tuesday March 2nd. At that time all of the marina will return to normal hours of operation. Enjoy the season and stay safe.

G & G Marina will be closed for the Christmas and New Years holidays from Sunday December 20th through Monday January 4th, 2021. Wishing all a Merry Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

G & G Marina will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holidays. We are closed from Thursday November 26th through Monday November 30th. We will also be closed for the Christmas holidays from Sunday December 20th through Monday January 4th, 2021. G & G staff and management wish everyone joyous and safe holidays.

G & G Marina's Labor Day Weekend Hours September 4 & 5th, Friday and Saturday we will be open from 8:30am to 5pm, except for gas dock which is open from 8:30 am to 4pm. September 6th, Sunday we will open from 9am to 4pm for all of the marina. We will be closed on Sept 7th, Monday Labor Day.

The best time to boat is fall. More information on this boat on our website www.ggmarina.com.

Time for a relaxing cruise 2008 LS220 Lowe Suncruiser, 75hp Opti-Max Mercury, Tandem Axle Trailer. For more information and pictures see our website www.ggmarina.com

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