SMALL BOATS

LUMCON owns and operates 12 small vessels (see table below). These boats are available for research and education in a variety of habitats ranging from the marsh to offshore locations. We also offer boat training and certification courses throughout the year as the need arises. Completing this course is one way to earn a LUMCON Operator classification. Contact our Vessel Operations Assistant Manager or visit our Fees, Policies, and Forms page to learn more about these vessels and how you can use them and to ask about our boating courses.

Our employees are qualified to operate these boats for you. If you wish to operate one of our boats yourself, you must submit the following completed forms:

1. DA 2066 Water Vessel Operator Authorization
2. Acknowledgment of Responsibility
3. A copy of your current boater’s certification, from one of the following:
   • elearning.boatus.org (>3 h online course, good for 3 years, free)
   • boat-ed.com (>3 h online course, expires within 60 days, $24.50)
   • Wildlife and Fisheries (in-person course)
   • For state employees, any current training indicated on transcripts
4. A copy of your current driver’s license

Anyone operating one of our small boats must complete a float plan before launch.