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Overview

The main purpose of the boater safety education course is to train knowledgeable, safe and responsible boaters. Topics covered include general boating and water safety, navigational rules, causes and prevention of crashes, operation and fueling techniques, environmental concerns and reporting responsibility. 

Additional Information

Description

Any motorized boat operator born after June 30, 1996, is required by law to pass an approved boater safety course and to carry a boater safety certificate. In addition, boater education is also required for all PWC operators born after December 31, 1978. Michigan’s boater education course is taught by a dedicated core of certified volunteer instructors, sheriff’s deputies and Michigan conservation officers. 

About the Class: 
  • In person, traditional classroom setting 
  • Written test (80% or better to pass) 
  • No minimum age requirement; however, students under 10 years of age shall be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian or other adult approved by parent or legal guardian. 
Managed & Approved by:

Michigan Department of Natural Resources

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May 2024

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 25 of 30 seats remaining

Location:

Eaton County Sheriff's Office
1025 Independence Blvd.
Charlotte, MI 48813
Date & Times:
May 20, 2024 6:00PM - 9:30PM EDT
May 21, 2024 6:00PM - 9:30PM EDT
May 22, 2024 6:00PM - 9:30PM EDT

Taught by:

Troy S Hansbarger Mr
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 39 of 50 seats remaining

Location:

Allegan County Sheriff's Office
640 River St
Allegan, MI 49010
Date & Times:
May 25, 2024 8:00AM - 2:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Todd J. Wagner
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Boater Safety Education

Full Event with Waitlist 3 seats remaining on waitlist

Location:

Lake Fenton Middle School
11425 Torrey Rd
Fenton Twp, MI 48430
Date & Times:
May 25, 2024 8:00AM - 4:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Steven G Grunwald
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 7 of 30 seats remaining

Location:

Lake Ogemaw Summer Resort
2916 Rifle River Trl
West Branch, MI 48661
Date & Times:
May 25, 2024 9:00AM - 3:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Chris M Vetter
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 35 of 40 seats remaining

Location:

Martin High School
1556 Chalmers Street
Martin, MI 49070
Date & Times:
May 29, 2024 6:00PM - 9:00PM EST
May 30, 2024 6:00PM - 9:00PM EST

Taught by:

Todd J. Wagner
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Jun 2024

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 20 of 50 seats remaining

Location:

Green Lake Calvary Church
608 145th Ave
Caledonia, MI 49316
Date & Times:
Jun 01, 2024 8:00AM - 2:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Todd J. Wagner
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 30 of 45 seats remaining

Location:

Lake View United Brethren Church
4616 E Territorial Rd
Camden, MI 49232
Date & Times:
Jun 01, 2024 8:45AM - 4:30PM EST

Taught by:

Brent WILLIAM Falke
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 13 of 15 seats remaining

Location:

Irish Boat Shop
400 E Bay St
Harbor Springs, MI 49740
Date & Times:
Jun 01, 2024 8:45AM - 3:00PM EST

Taught by:

Alexander M Babcock
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 32 of 40 seats remaining

Location:

Sunset Cove Resort
931 Sunset Dr
Quincy, MI 49082
Date & Times:
Jun 01, 2024 9:00AM - 4:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Ronald L Sprowls II
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 22 of 25 seats remaining

Location:

Harrisville Harbor
1 E Harbor Lane
Harrisville , MI 48740
Date & Times:
Jun 01, 2024 9:00AM - 3:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Scott R Mckenzie
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