: The Coast Guard regulates recreational boat construction. There are several
: "floation" requirements - canoes and kayaks are exempt from
: those regulations. The Coast Guard web site might list those requirements.

Thanks George

I've got a few questions for them already, and now I'll add that one. I'm thinking we're going to include the foam no matter which way the outcome. "Too Safe" is a term that I'm old enough to appreciate these days. But, I want to know, just to know. I may be building something a little larger in a year or so, and it will need to be properly outfitted for deepsea fishing. Thanks again. :)

Rehd