Motor-powered boats of any type must be registered with the Virginia Game and Inland Fisheries and the registration number displayed in accordance with instructions received upon registering.

Virginia title is required for any sail boat over 18 feet in length and for any watercraft 15 feet or longer that is powered by a motor of 25 horsepower or greater.

Temporary operation. A motorboat registered in another state may operate in Virginia for 90 days without being re-registered in Virginia. To operate boats while awaiting permanent registration and title, obtain a temporary registration certificate ($10.50).

Agents who issue hunting* and fishing* licenses generally also handle boat registration.

Rentals, see Sailing.

Boating forecasts and tides call 260-0505. See Weather.