River Legacy Parks

Construction Regulations
1. Any thickness of corrugated cardboard is permitted, but waxed cardboard carpet tubes and barrels are not allowed.

2. Only paper tape may be used. Tape may only be used on seams, joints or patches. DO NOT WRAP THE HULL IN TAPE, PLASTIC, SHRINK WRAP OR ANY OTHER MATERIAL.

3. Caulking may be used, but only on seams and edges.

4. A one-part enamel or lacquer paint and/or polyurethane varnish or water sealant is permitted. Do not use tar-based substances, epoxy glue, duct tape, fiberglass resin or any two-part substances, including two-part varnishes and paint. Applied paint must be allowed to dry for at least 24 hours prior to launching.

5. Styrofoam or any other flotation-type foam is a major "no-no." Violators will be branded "Pirates" and stripped of any trophies.

6. No restriction is placed on decorative materials, as long as they do not aid in the flotation or propulsion of the boat and do not create a fire or safety hazard.

7. All boats must display the assigned entry number on a vertical surface of the boat. The number must be at least 6-inches tall.

8. Class I youth boats, including seated crew members, must not exceed 3 feet in height from the surface of the water. The Lazy River is 2-1/2 feet deep and 10-feet wide.

9. NEW RULE: Racing height for all other boats (Class I Adult, Class II and Class III) including seated crew members, must not exceed eight feet in height from the surface of the water. Non-racing height is unlimited.

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