WHAT TO EXPECT

  • Book online, input the lake you are requesting, requested time of delivery, and address where boat will be stored.

  • Our online booking platform will guide you through the process step by step.

  • The 40-Mile free delivery parameters will be from Downtown Gaylord, MI to the boat launch closest to your given address.

  • We will deliver your multi-day rental to your dock (Boat Launch for daily rentals) where we will go over a safety briefing.

  • Adult Life Jackets will be provided for the maximum number of occupants the boat allows. Lifejackets for Children (6 and under) MUST be provided by the customer.

  • The boat will be full of fuel upon delivery. Fuel during your rental is your responsibility.

  • Enjoy your rental and we will pick up at a communicated time for both of our convenience.

SAFETY

  • No operation by anyone under the influence of any illegal drugs or alcohol

  • Do not enter the water with the engine running

  • Remain seated while engine is running

  • When coming into shore, make sure to trim the motor up and always face the shore head on

  • When leaving shore have someone push off, then start the engine and reverse away from shore

  • Don’t operate in shallow water under 3ft

  • Michigan Boating Handbook

Rental Requirements

Specifics

  • 25 Years of Age to Rent/Operate the vessel

  • Must adhere to all Michigan Boating Laws

  • ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING ON THE BOATS

  • NO GREAT LAKES

  • Overnight rental at approved locations on the lakes. Please provide address in advance. Must have proper mooring, lift, or hoist

  • No Pets in the boats

  • Children 6 & younger are required to wear life jackets at all times. We do offer adult lifejackets at no charge however, if children’s lifejackets are needed they are the customers responsibility.

  • The first and last tank of gas are included in your rental price

  • Renters are responsible for all damages & will agree by signing the waiver that if any damage occurs during rental duration he/she will contact Patriot Pontoon Rentals immediately

  • *Patriot Pontoon Rentals reserves the right to charge credit card on file for any damages

At Drop off

  • All renters planning on driving the boat must sign the waiver and must be present at the safety briefing

  • Valid Drivers License required to show at time of drop off

  • Sign liability waiver (if not signed already)

We Deliver!

 

Delivery Requirements

  • Free dockside delivery for 3-days or longer rentals within 40 miles driving from downtown Gaylord, MI.

  • $1.50 per mile outside of the 40 miles.

  • Daily & 2-day rental delivery fee is included in the price. The boat will need to be picked up by the customer at the boat launch.

  • This Includes, but not limited to, Burt Lake, Mullet Lake, Walloon Lake, Torch Lake, Black Lake, Higgins Lake, Houghton Lake, West & East Twin Lakes, Otsego Lake, and Many more!

  • No Great Lakes