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Q. Hi have jus moved to Sallins and was wondering if I can take a dingy out on the Grand Canal and would I need some kind of licence of it, Thanks.
A. In cases like this Waterways Ireland would not require a permit to be taken out but would request that the owner sign the standard indemnity (a section on the permit application form). In the event of an incident at least we have contact details and an indemnity has been signed.
Areas(s) : General Grand Canal Navigation Cruising Canoeing Powerboat Sports

Answered By - Ann Marie Kelly -- annmarie.kelly@waterwaysireland.org
Answered - 02 Mon Jul 2007   Asked - 15 Fri Jun 2007

Submitted : 15 Fri Jun 2007 



Q. Is there anywhere between Muckross and Enniskillen for refuelling jet skis. If so wat are there opening times?
A. On Lower Lough Erne diesel can be purchased at Muckross, Kesh, Aghinver Boat Company, Castle Archdale and the Manor House Marine. On the Upper Lough diesel is available at Carrybridge and Erne Marine, Bellanaleck. It is advisable to contact the retailer directly regarding their opening times. Petrol is not available on Lough Erne. You would need to bring it from a nearby garage.
Areas(s) : General Activities Erne System Powerboat Sports

Answered By - Ann Marie Kelly -- annmarie.kelly@waterwaysireland.org
Answered - 25 Fri Aug 2006   Asked - 17 Thu Aug 2006

Submitted : 17 Thu Aug 2006 



Q. I live in Dublin and was wondering where could i take a powerboat licence level 1 course?
A. Both DMG Sailsports, Malahide Marina Centre, Co. Dublin, Ireland, Tel: +353 1 8456946, email: info@dmgsailsports.com and Dun Laoghaire Powerboat School, West Pier, Dun Laoghaire Harbour, Co. Dublin, Tel: +353 1 2804422, e-mail: info@powerboatschool.ie run a powerboat licence level 1 course.
Areas(s) : General Activities Powerboat Sports

Answered By - Ann Marie Kelly -- annmarie.kelly@waterwaysireland.org
Answered - 25 Fri Aug 2006   Asked - 13 Sun Aug 2006

Submitted : 13 Sun Aug 2006 



Q. Is there a designated area on the Shannon for either jetskis or waterskiers?
A. There are no designated areas on the Shannon Navigation for jetskis or waterskiers.
Areas(s) : General Shannon Navigation Powerboat Sports

Answered By - Ann Marie Kelly -- annmarie.kelly@waterwaysireland.org
Answered - 04 Mon Sep 2006   Asked - 10 Thu Aug 2006

Submitted : 10 Thu Aug 2006 



Q. Hi. I would like to know why there is no control of speeds and behaviour on the Lower Bann. Skiers regularly ski right through Portglenone Marina and one of these almost put my child in danger as she was getting into our boat. I have never seen a warden near here. Why not?
A. Issues such as speeding and inappropriate behaviour are addressed by the implementation of bye-laws. There are currently no navigational bye-laws applicable on the Lower Bann Navigation. However Waterways Ireland is currently reviewing and redrafting generic bye-laws across all the navigations under the management of Waterways Ireland. These bye-laws will be issued for public consultation at the end of the year and input from users will be most welcome.
Areas(s) : Waterways Ireland Activities Lower Bann Navigation Cruising Powerboat Sports

Answered By - Aideen Martin -- aideen.martin@waterwaysireland.org
Answered - 04 Tue Jul 2006   Asked - 02 Sun Jul 2006

Submitted : 02 Sun Jul 2006 



Q. I would like to know if any one else is having problems at all the islands on lower Lough Erne.Almost every jetty has speed boat skiers and jet ski’s coming in at great speed resulting in our cruiser getting rocked about. Sometimes we think it is going to end up on the jetty. Can anything be done about it? It can be quite dangerous especially when we are cooking. They don’t seem to respect the speed laws.
A. There are areas on the Lower Erne governed by speed limits as per the Lough Erne Bye-Laws 1986. Furthermore, the Erne Navigation is patrolled regularly by the Lough Erne Warden. If you wish you can contact the Warden directly, Tel. 00 44 28 66322836
Areas(s) : Waterways Ireland Activities Erne System Cruising Powerboat Sports

Answered By - Aideen Martin -- aideen.martin@waterwaysireland.org
Answered - 29 Thu Jun 2006   Asked - 27 Tue Jun 2006

Submitted : 27 Tue Jun 2006 



Q. Do you need a license to use a jet ski?
A. No, but you must be over 16 yrs of age in the Republic of Ireland and if operating on the Erne System you will need to register with the Inspectorate through the Lough Erne Warden’s office.
Areas(s) : General Activities Powerboat Sports

Answered By - Ann Marie Kelly -- annmarie.kelly@waterwaysireland.org
Answered - 16 Fri Jun 2006   Asked - 15 Mon May 2006

Submitted : 15 Mon May 2006 



Q. Are hovercraft permitted on the Shannon? If so under what conditions?
A. The owner / operator of a hovercraft should contact the Inspector of Navigation prior to placing the craft in the navigation. The telephone number for the Inspector of Navigation is +353 (0) 90 6494232.
Areas(s) : Waterways Ireland Activities Powerboat Sports

Answered By - Ann Marie Kelly -- annmarie.kelly@waterwaysireland.org
Answered - 28 Tue Feb 2006   Asked - 17 Fri Feb 2006

Submitted : 17 Fri Feb 2006 



Q. Are there any Motor Boat Schools on the Shannon where I can learn to drive before I buy my first boat?
A. The Lough Ree Power Boat School, Hodson Bay, Athlone, Co Roscommon. Tel: 1890 70 40 90, +353 (0)49 9529750; Email: courses@powerboat.org; Web: www.powerboat.ie Lough Derg Powerboat School, Sallybay House, Derry Demesne, Ballina/Killaloe, Co Clare. Tel: +353 (0) 61 375474; Mobile: (0) 87 6100577; Email: denis@boatschool.ie; Web: www.boatschool.ie
Areas(s) : General Shannon Navigation Navigation Cruising Powerboat Sports

Answered By - Ann Marie Kelly -- annmarie.kelly@waterwaysireland.org
Answered - 13 Mon Feb 2006   Asked - 14 Sat Jan 2006

Submitted : 14 Sat Jan 2006