Shhhh.....The problem is all on sporties and Indians. Nothing to see here.....

Maybe you should stop clamming.

This provision that I have below, was passed along with the boaters license provision not too long ago. I think it stinks but it is the law.

"Washington State Park rangers, Fish and Wildlife officers, city police officers,
deputy sheriffs, and all other officers with law enforcement authority enforce
the boating laws of Washington. U.S. Coast Guard officers also patrol and have
enforcement authority on all waters under the jurisdiction of the United States.
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Officers have the authority to stop and board your vessel and direct it to a
suitable pier or anchorage in order to check that you are complying with state
and federal laws.
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It is illegal to refuse to follow the directive of a person with law enforcement
authority. An operator who has received a visual or audible signal from a law
enforcement officer must bring his or her vessel to a stop and allow the officer to
come alongside.
• The officer may warn you about a storm or caution you about the way you are
operating your vessel.
• Always remember that a key job of these officers is to ensure your safety on the
water."

So much for enjoying a fishing trip on the water anymore. And I call BS on the safety token.... that's just GOVERNMENTs way of procuring more of the taxpayers funds.....

and controlling our every action.