Terms of use

Navigo member

We ask you to read the conditions of use carefully and to sign this document each time you go out.

Conditions of use and discharge

 

Safety equipment

Flotation jackets are provided for each adult passenger.

Children’s vests must be supplied by the Navigo member.

You can visit 41 rue Main to rent children’s vests.

 

Age requirements and experience

All Navigo members must be at least 25 years old to drive a boat.

 

Proof of competence required

Proof of competency is required to rent or share a boat. Valid identification such as a driver’s license or passport is also required to validate your identity.

 

Here are the accepted proofs of competence :

  • Pleasure craft operator card
  • Proof that you have successfully completed a boating safety course in Canada before April 1, 1999;
  • A precise marine patent.

 

Prior training

Anyone wishing to operate a Navigo pleasure craft must have completed the Navigo basic training course.

  • Safety regulations;
  • Safety checks;
  • Boat inspection;
  • Departure and mooring at the dock;
  • Respect for the environment;

 

Reservation

When members reserve a boat online, they pay in full by credit card. No refunds or credits will be issued. Navigo is not responsible for changes or bad weather, nor for the member’s late arrival.

 

Deposit

A $1,000 credit card deposit is automatically deducted from each reservation.

 

Late arrival

A late arrival fee of $50 per 10 minutes will be charged directly to the master member’s credit card. The Navigo member will be issued a warning. After 3 warnings, Navigo reserves the right to close the member’s account and no longer allow him or her to use the boats. Members assume full responsibility for the reason for their delay.

 

Cancellation

Navigo does not accept cancellations, regardless of weather conditions or personal circumstances.

 

Boat fuel

Upon arrival, the member checks the fuel gauge. It is the member’s responsibility to refuel the boat as soon as he/she has finished sailing. If the boat is not full, a photo must be sent by text message to 819 272-4893.

Navigo boats are always full of gas. Members who fail to refuel their boats after sailing will be charged a penalty of $150 and issued a warning.

 

Prohibited in the boat

Any cooking or heating equipment.

 

Location of navigation

Navigation on Lake Massawippi and Lake Memphremagog only.

 

Water sports

It is strictly forbidden to practice any form of water sports or to pull passengers behind the boat using a rope. Surfing, water-skiing, tripping or similar activities are prohibited.

 

Breakage and cleanliness of boat and equipment

Members are responsible for cleaning their boats at the end of the trip. Members must leave their boats and equipment clean and in good working order. The member must go through the cleaning checklist.

  • Use a broom.
  • Wipe down benches and console.
  • Pick up litter.
  • Change garbage bag and return used bag.

If the boat has been left in a poor state of cleanliness or operation, the member must take a photo and text the following address: 819 272-4893.

 

Loss or theft of objects

Navigo accepts no responsibility for the loss or theft of objects aboard the boat.

 

Accidents

Navigo is not responsible for accidents. Each Navigo member is personally responsible for any accident upon arrival at the site, on the dock and throughout the use of the boat.

 

Before leaving the dock

  • Members must inspect their boats on arrival.
  • If the boat has to pass over a bridge, the member must lower the roof completely, otherwise it will be broken (value of a roof: $3,000 to $5,000).
  • Raise the engine and check the condition of the propeller. If in doubt, take a photo and text it to 819 272-4893.
  • Check the fuel gauge, which should be full. If not, take a photo and text it to 819 272-4893.
  • Cleanliness (no garbage or dirt in the boat, garbage cans have been picked up). In case of uncleanliness, take a photo and send it to 819 272-4893.
  • Remove mooring lines.
  • Tuck buoys inside boat.

 

On arrival at the dock

  • Members must moor their boats according to the instructions given during training.
  • Take out the buoys and place them on the boat’s mooring hooks according to the method prescribed during Navigo training (link).
  • Place the boat in the same position as it was on arrival. If necessary, consult the photos of each boat’s location (link).
  • Moor the boat using the mooring rings on the dock. Make sure that the buoys are properly positioned between the boat and the dock (link).
  • Turn off engine
  • Report any breakage or malfunction of the boat or its equipment by text message to 819 272-4893.
  • The member must sweep the boat to ensure that no dirt or debris is left in the boat.
  • Empty the garbage can and take the garbage with you.
  • Replace the entire roof to ensure that the boat is watertight.
  • Remove all passengers from the boat before refuelling.
  • Using the fuel pump (which prevents damage), the member must refuel so that the fuel gauge is full.

 

WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS

You are fully responsible for your conduct and liable for any deductible.

  • The captain and his crew must comply with the regulations and laws in force on navigable waters;
  • The captain and his crew must pick up after themselves;
  • Cleaning costs may be charged. Minimum $50.00;
  • Club Bateau may be compensated at the rate of $150.00/hour for each hour of delay, minimum $150.00;

 

PROHIBITIONS

  • It is STRICTLY FORBIDDEN to pull a person on a tube or other;
  • It is STRICTLY FORBIDDEN to cook on board the boat;
  • It is STRICTLY FORBIDDEN to have animals on board;
  • It is STRICTLY FORBIDDEN to leave Canadian waters with the boat;

 

RISK WARNING

  • Avoid boating on the river when leaving the lake, as the risk of hitting the bottom or a stump is very high;
  • Be sure to keep a responsible adult on board at all times, especially when swimming;
  • The boat’s operator must not exceed the legally permitted alcohol consumption limit of 0.08;
  • Avoid leaving these items on the seats to avoid damaging them;
  • Vary your cruising speed and avoid keeping the engine at full throttle for too long;
  • Always sail at least 100 meters from shore;
  • Be careful when approaching shores and islands.
  • Keep a reasonable distance from other marine craft to avoid damage that could cost you several dollars (e.g. damage to the propeller or the foot of the boat).

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