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Small Boats

Old Dominion University has three (3) small crafts available for research and educational trips.

23 ft Sea Ox (ODU II)

16ft Carolina Skiff

14ft Jon Boat

Contact Information

Small Boat Request Form


ODU II (23 ft Sea Ox)

Length:23ft

Beam:6' 8"

Draft: 3ft

Capacity: 6 People

Fiberglass Hull

Engine: 150hp (4stroke) Yamaha Outboard

Basic Electronics: GPS, Depth Sounder, VHF Radio and 12volt Inverter, Mag. Compass

J-Frame W/12volt Capstan, small Fantail for work place

Portable Toilet: To be emptied upon return

Capabilities: Small Research & Class Room Projects; including compact CTDs, small Plankton Tows and Benthic Grabs

Area of Operations:Restricted to Rivers & Harbors

Daily Rate:$300 per day

(department-provided operator @ $25 per hour)

Special Instructions:

END OF VOYAGE RESPONSIBILITIES

1.      Secure boat at dock or on trailer.

2.      Tilt outboard motor (up-position.

3.      Turn all electronic equipment OFF.

4.      Leave both (2) bilge pump switchs in the AUTO position.

5.      Cut battery switch to the OFF position.

6.      Empty portable toilet & flush out with fresh water.

7.      Remove all trash and coil anchor & dock lines.

8.      Remover all gear from the boat unless project is continued next day.

9.      Report any repairs, operational problems or boat deficiencies to Marine Support Facilities Staff.

10.  Return the boat key and any portable radios, etc to the MSF staff.


Carolina Skiff

Length:16ft

Beam:5'

Draft:18"

Capacity:4 People

Fiberglass Hull

Engine: 25hp (4 stroke) Yamaha Outboard

Capabilities:Small Research & Class Room Projects.

Area of Operations: Restricted to Rivers & Harbors.

Daily Rate: $200 per day

(department-provided operator @ $25 per hour)


Jon Boat

14ft Aluminum Hull

Engine: 9.9hp Evinrude (2stoke) Outboard

Capacity: 3 People

Area of Operations: Restricted to Lakes & Creeks

Daily Rate: $100 per day


For general questions and information regarding requirements to become a small boat authorized operator contact:

Curtis Barnes: 757-277-3882

Patrick Curry:757-777-7182

Richard Cox:757-288-9737


Small Boat Request form



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