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This document contains Chapter 109 of the Pennsylvania Code, which establishes regulations governing specialty boats and boat-towed watersports on the waters of the Commonwealth. The regulations address the operation of paddleboards, sailboards, personal watercraft, waterskiing, wake surfing, tubing, parasailing, kite skiing, diving activities, and special marine events. The chapter defines key terms, establishes operating requirements, and outlines equipment, safety, and personal flotation device requirements applicable to various boating activities.

The regulations also establish provisions for observer requirements, hours of operation, tow rope lengths, wake surfing restrictions, ski ramps, diving flags, special marine event permits, and other operational standards designed to promote safe recreational boating. This document serves as a comprehensive reference for boaters, law enforcement officers, boating safety professionals, and others seeking guidance on Pennsylvania's regulations for specialty boats and boat-towed watersports.