(1) As used in this section: (a) Newberg Pool Congested Zone means the portion of the Willamette River beginning at Willamette Falls, river mile 26.6, and ending at the mouth of the Yamhill River, river mile 55. (b) Towed watersports has the meaning given that term by the State Marine Board by rule, but does not include wake surfing. (c) Wake surfing means the activity of propelling an individual forward on equipment similar to a surfboard, using a boats wake. The person may be holding a rope or free riding. Equipment used in this activity may include but is not limited to wake surf boards, wake boards, stand up paddleboards and hydrofoils. (2) Subject to subsection (5) of this section, a person shall carry a towed watersports endorsement if the person is: (a) Engaged in towed watersports; and (b) On waters within the Newberg Pool Congested Zone. (3) The owner of a motorboat shall display a towed watersports motorboat certificate decal if the motorboat is engaged in towed watersports within the Newberg Pool Congested Zone. (4) The person shall present proof of a towed watersports endorsement and towed watersports motorboat certificate upon request by a peace officer. (5) Within the Newberg Pool Congested Zone, a person may not: (a) Use devices or individuals to increase wakes; and (b) Engage in wake surfing.
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