It will be interesting to see how the new rules will work or is a dismal failure do to lack of enforcement. If it works out well I just may see what can be done on our lake.
It will be interesting to see how the new rules will work or is a dismal failure do to lack of enforcement. If it works out well I just may see what can be done on our lake.
designated areas sounds like riding around in a circle - lol - that'll be fun
In addition to the zones, the Maritime Authority said they have increased funds for added patrols. Sorry, I forgot to mention that. As I said, they are taking this seriously.
I am not sure how big your lake is, but with the entire Caribbean just offshore, Jamaica probably has much more water area to create these zones making them of ample size for the noisy jet skis to buzz around.
But if your lake is big enough, this might work in your case...
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Thank you Gail for posting that information.
I totally enjoyed the ban, when we were there in Feb. I was about to email the people on Gail's list, when I read Rob's reply.
I understand both sides of this story.
Personally, I'd prefer the jet ski operators move to an activity that is a little more health conscious. Maybe kayaking, or some other non-motorized way of enjoying the sea.
I'll give the authorities the benefit of the doubt in this case. I've seen the reduction of "higglers" on the beach this year. I didnt think it was possible to control these aggressive vendors, but apparently, they've managed to do it. We found a lot less than previous years..
If they could find a way to control that, maybe they can control jet skis too. I have to assume that they know that anyone relaxing on the beach dont want to be bothered with jet skis, and they will keep our best interest in mind. They dont want to lose tourist dollars either. I'll wait and see before I pass judgement.
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Here's some ideas...
JAMAICA
Be green, be unique, be an example to the rest of the world.
Lower pollution, create less noise, have safer waters, and attract more tourists.
Add spot: (3 sec clips of beaches with jet skis ripping by, obnoxiously loud, with blue smoke coming out the back, just missing swimmers / Cut to a peaceful Jamaica beach, two people in lounge chairs, drinking Red Stripe, watching whales swim by ) Announcer speaks,"Jamaica, feel the vibe".
OPERATORS
For every used jet ski buy 3 kayaks.
Rent the kayaks and triple your business.
Provide guided tours to increase employment.
Less fuel and maintenance equals more profits.
OWNERS
Buy a boat, they're much more fun.
"Island wide there are quite a few jobs that have been eliminated due to the ban. There may very well be a ton of individuals who are no longer employed due to the ban, from the owner/operators, staff, mechanics, sales people, co-riders (for those who have never rode one before), etc..."
I assumed that elcyd's reference to that "underemployed town" implied Negril....and when someone says "a ton", I'm thinking in the thousand range. Do you think that the ban of Jetskis in Negril has resulted in the loss of a thousand jobs?
Being that tourism is the mainstay of Negril's economy, it makes sense that tourists' concerns/input would be considered.
No jet ski's please!
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