Re: [Paddlewise] Taxing/Registering Kayaks and Canoes

From: Glenn Stauffer <stauffer_at_swarthmore.edu>
Date: Wed, 27 Sep 2000 14:53:13 -0400
Regarding PA, you are thinking of the $10 annual launch permit for 
state parks.  There isn't a licensing requirement for canoes and 
kayaks.  However, to use any fish commission facilities (some 
lakes and launch sites), you do need to license your canoe or 
kayak.  This isn't a big deal if you bought the boat in Pennsylvania, 
however, they will force you to pay state sales tax on any boat 
purchased out of state.  I have no idea how long the sales tax 
requirement remains in effect and what this means to people who 
moved into the state from other places, though.

Glenn

On 27 Sep 2000, at 17:35, Victoria LOdge wrote:

> In Pennsylvania, there is a rule that says to use State waters, you have to 
> get a boat licence, no matter what kind of boat you have.  I think it's 
> about $10 per boat (Glenn?)  but I don't remember for sure. If you're 
> paddling on private waters you don't have to have it.
> 
> Tori

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