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Revised 09/2020
COMMERCIAL USE AUTHORIZATION FOR
GUIDED NON-MOTORIZED BOATS - DORIES, KAYAKS & CANOES
OPERATING PLAN – EXHIBIT B
OVERVIEW
The CUA for Non-Motorized Boats allows the CUA holder to conduct guided touring using
dories, single or tandem kayaks, canoe, and other small non-motorized vessels in Yellowstone,
Lewis, and Shoshone Lakes.
GENERAL PROVISIONS
1. Boating Season
a) Boats will be allowed to enter park waters from 7 a.m. on Saturday, May 29, 2021,
until 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 7, 2021.
b) All watercraft are required to have a boat permit and a Yellowstone AIS inspection
before launching in the park. Watercraft include, but are not limited to, power boats, sail
boats, canoes, kayaks, and angler float tubes. Permits and inspections are available seven
days a week between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at various locations in the park.
2. Any watercraft, trailer, tow vehicle, or other article immersed in park waters known to
contain Aquatic Invasive Species, shall be thoroughly inspected prior to entering any other
waters within the park. Any watercraft, trailer, tow vehicle, other article required to be
inspected by AIS staff must be cleaned thoroughly by the CUA holder prior to all
inspections.
3. If a boat does not pass the AIS inspection, it is not allowed to enter park waters.
4. To prevent Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS), the CUA holder must ensure gear and tackle are
cleaned and dried before entering or changing Yellowstone waters.
5. Waters known to be contaminated by Aquatic Invasive Species include: Yellowstone Lake,
Yellowstone River (Yellowstone Lake to the park north boundary), Pelican Creek, Gardiner
River (Mammoth Hot Springs to the park north boundary), Lewis River (south of Lewis
Falls), Madison River, Gibbon River (Madison to Norris), Firehole River (Madison to Old
Faithful), and Nez Perce Creek.
6. Every vessel must have a current Yellowstone National Park boat permit and a map of
Yellowstone and/or Lewis Lakes when operating there. Operators are required to be familiar
with and follow the rules and regulations found in the “Yellowstone National Park Boating
Regulations” publication.
7. Boats are limited to drift within 25 feet (~7.5 meters) of shoreline thermal features and
submerged thermal features, and are not allowed to land within 32 feet (~10 meters) of
thermal features. CUA holders are responsible for knowing the location of submerged
features or vacating an area where a submerged thermal feature is discovered.
Revised 09/2020
8. Guided fishing from the boats is authorized under this permit. All clients who are fishing must
have a Yellowstone National Park (YNP) fishing permit and must obey park fishing
regulations. Fishing permits are required for anyone 16 years and older. Guides must also
have a YNP fishing permit
9. All clients and guides must wear Type I or Type III personal flotation devices (PFDs) that are
properly sized, in serviceable condition, and Coast Guard approved.
10. The CUA holder is responsible for ensuring that all clients and guides are safely equipped
and properly clothed prior to the trip. This includes but is not limited to the following:
a) A bailing device is required in each boat.
b) A bilge pump is required for each kayak.
c) A throwable rescue device is required in each guide boat ("throw-bag" recommended, not
Type IV PFD).
d) One spare paddle is required for each guide and recommended for each boat.
e) Whistle in each boat.
f) USCG approved visual distress signal for guide use during emergency.
g) Marine band radio or cellular phone is recommended.
h) At least one woolen blanket or sleeping bag sealed in a watertight container per group.
i) A working flashlight in each boat if traveling during periods of reduced visibility.
11. While on Yellowstone Lake, Lewis Lake, or Shoshone Lake, the CUA holder or guide shall
remain with their clients for the duration of the trip.
12. All guides must have appropriate training. One guide on each trip must have relevant outdoor
experience, including previous experience on the lake they are guiding.
13. There is a maximum limit of 15 boats per group, excluding the guide, and are limited to three
groups per day. Launch times for each group must be scheduled 30 minutes apart.
14. Guides intending to operate a marine band radio must apply for and have available a marine
band radio FCC license. Call (800) 418-3676 for forms or (202) 418-0220 for assistance.
Currently, the National Park Service does not monitor marine band traffic 24 hours a day -
during the summer marine band is monitored during the day. Cellular phone coverage does
not cover all locations on the lakes.
15. Felt sole waders and boots are banned in Yellowstone National Park. Rubber sole boots are
allowed.
16. Shuttle service for canoers/kayakers or backpackers is not permitted.
17. Overnight backcountry use is not an authorized under this CUA and requires a separate
overnight backcountry CUA.
18. For further backcountry guidelines and regulations, please refer to the information provided
Revised 09/2020
in "Beyond Road's End" available in any Backcountry Office.
I have read and agree to the Guided Non-Motorized Boating conditions. I hereby confirm
that the above conditions will be reiterated to all guides associated with this business.
CUA Holder’s Signature Date
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