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Guidelines & Safety Instructions (Minnesota)

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WATERCRAFT RENTAL GUIDELINES

Rules differ for group reservations.

  • Renters must have a valid government-issued photo ID and be 18 years of age or older.
  • All Rentals: One hour minimum. After first hour, all rentals are prorated in 15-minute increments.
  • We do not offer refunds for weather – Rain Checks Only.
  • Damaged Goods – you will be charged for product damaged during your rental.
  • Please be certain you receive & understand user instructions prior to renting.

 

WATERCRAFT SAFETY GUIDELINES:

  • You must know how to swim to rent water products.
  • Everyone must wear a correctly fitted PFD/Lifejacket at all times.
  • Exiting/entering your boat from anyplace other than the designated launch area is NOT permitted and will result in termination of your rental with no refund.
  • Please be mindful of fishermen and their lines in the water.
  • No swimming or jumping from any watercraft.
  • ALCOHOLIC beverages are NOT permitted at any time before or during watercraft rentals.

 

BOAT AGE LIMITS:  

  • Swan Boats, Pedal Boats & Canoes: All children under 15 years of age must be accompanied on-board by a parent/guardian.
  • Kayaks & Stand-up Paddleboards: All children under 15 years of age must be accompanied on the water by a parent/guardian. (Max. 2 children per parent/guardian.) Additionally, riders must be 10 years of age or older to be on a Single Kayak or SUP and 5 years of age or older when accompanied by a parent or guardian on a Double Kayak.

 

BOAT CAPACITIES:

    • Large Swan Boats (Lake Nokomis) : Up to 5 people.
    • Small Swan Boats (Lake Como) : Maximum 2 Adults &  2 Children up to 14 years old.
    • Single Pedal Boats: Maximum 2 adults & 2 small lap children.
    • Double Pedal Boats: Maximum 4 adults & 1 small lap child.
    • Single Kayak / Stand-Up Paddle Boards: Maximum 1 person.
    • Double Kayak: Maximum 2 people.

  • Canoe: Maximum 3 adults & 1 small child.

 

Review Release of Liability Agreement for full rental terms & conditions. All equipment rented is subject to the rules of operation.
Failure to obey is subject to immediate termination of rental without refund.

 

BIKE RENTAL GUIDELINES

Rules differ for group reservations.

  • Renters must have a valid government-issued photo ID and be 18 years of age or older.
  • All Rentals: One hour minimum. After first hour, all rentals are prorated in 15-minute increments.
  • We do not offer refunds for weather – Rain Checks Only.
  • Damaged Goods – you will be charged for product damaged during your rental.
  • Please be certain you receive & understand user instructions prior to renting.

 

BIKE SAFETY GUIDELINES:

  • Helmets and other safety equipment are offered FREE. We recommend it!
  • All riders under age 14 must wear a helmet.
  • Surrey drivers must be 16 years of age or older.
  • Ride safely, use common sense, watch for others and obey all traffic laws.

 

Review Release of Liability Agreement for full rental terms & conditions. All equipment rented is subject to the rules of operation. Failure to obey is subject to immediate termination of rental without refund.

 

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS


SURREY CYCLES(if applicable at location):

  • The brake lever is located next to the steering wheel. Please use the brake at all times when going downhill. Practice and become comfortable with the brakes before beginning your ride. 
  • For all people in the pedaling position – when backing up please put your feet on the ground away from the pedals & cranks, not on frame or Chainguard and push backwards. The pedals rotate backwards and can hit you in the shin or pinch your foot.
  • Maximum 3 riders per seat, no sidesaddle, no standing & no hanging on the outside.
  • Obey all rules of the road, maintain safe speeds and watch for cars & pedestrians.
  • Helmets are recommended for everyone, and helmets are required all riders under 14 years old.
  • Secure your wallet, cell phone, and anything else that may be in you back pocket.

IF NIGHT RIDE

  • Also, please keep the noise level down, so as not to disturb the surrounding community.

 

SPECIALTY CYCLES – DEUCE COUPES, CHOPPERS, QUAD SPORTS (if applicable at location):

  • These have pedal brakes which work by backpedaling. Please use the brakes at all times when going downhill. Practice and become comfortable with the brakes before beginning your ride.
  • No extra riders, no sidesaddle, no standing & no hanging on the outside.
  • Obey all rules of the road, maintain safe speeds and watch for cars & pedestrians.
  • Helmets are recommended for everyone, and helmets are required all riders under 14 years old. 
  • Secure your wallet, cell phone, and anything else that may be in your back pocket.

 

MULTI-SPEED BIKES (if applicable at location):

  • Shifting is simple – lower numbered gears make pedaling easier for uphill or headwinds, higher numbers give you more speed.
  • The front brake is on the left. The rear brake is on your right. Be cautious using the front brake, when turning on sand, gravel, water or other debris is on the road surface; your front wheel could slide out.
  • Practice and become comfortable with the brakes before beginning your ride.
  • When on roads, ride single file do not ride two or three abreast. Ride with the traffic (on the right side of the road).
  • Obey all traffic laws, signs and signals.
  • Ride carefully where cars are parked; people don’t look for cyclists when they pull out or open their car doors.
  • Helmets are recommended for everyone, and helmets are required all riders under 14 years old.

 

CRUISERS/SINGLE-SPEED BIKES (if applicable at location):

  • These have pedal brakes which work by backpedaling. Please use the brake at all times when going downhill. Practice and become comfortable with the brakes before beginning your ride.
  • Be cautious when turning on sand, gravel, or debris is on the road surface; your front wheel could slide out.
  • When on roads, ride single file do not ride two or three abreast. Ride with the traffic (on the right side of the road).
  • Obey all traffic laws, signs and signals.
  • Ride carefully where cars are parked; people don’t look for cyclists when they pull out or open their car doors.
  • Helmets are recommended for everyone, and helmets are required all riders under 14 years old.

 

BOATS, KAYAKS & STANDUP PADDLEBOARDS (if applicable at location) :

  • All boaters must wear fully buckled lifejackets at all times.
  • Never stand up in the kayak or boat.
  • Do not drag the kayak or paddleboard on the ground, doing so will cause damage and you will be responsible for repairs.
  • Other than your initial launch and return, do not beach the boat in any other areas. The launching point is the only place you are allowed to get off the watercraft.
  • No swimming or jumping from any watercraft. Horseplay will not be tolerated.
  • We offer dry bags for sale for your personal items.
  • When the wind is blowing, we recommend paddlers initially travel into the wind and stay close to the shore to assure you are not pulled out and stranded.
  • If you need assistance, or see someone who needs assistance, please call the number printed on the decal inside the boat or dial 911.
  • If you plan to return late or are unable to come back to shore, call the number on the sticker on the boat.