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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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Jun 2024

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 30 of 30 seats remaining

Location:

Eaton County Sheriff's Office
1025 Independence Blvd.
Charlotte, MI 48813
Date & Times:
Jun 10, 2024 6:00PM - 9:30PM EDT
Jun 11, 2024 6:00PM - 9:30PM EDT
Jun 12, 2024 6:00PM - 9:30PM EDT

Taught by:

Troy S Gardner
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Boater Safety Education

Full Event with Waitlist 1 seats remaining on waitlist

Location:

Community Choice Credit Union
4405 Page Avenue
Michigan Center, MI 49254
Date & Times:
Jun 12, 2024 10:00AM - 4:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Nicholas A Warner
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 30 of 30 seats remaining

Location:

Bay Harbor Yacht Club
4300 Vista Dr
Petoskey, MI 49770
Date & Times:
Jun 14, 2024 8:45AM - 3:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Alexander M Babcock
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 24 of 25 seats remaining

Location:

Sandy Pines Recreational Community
2745 136th Ave
Hopkins, MI 49328
Date & Times:
Jun 15, 2024 8:00AM - 2:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Todd J. Wagner
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 30 of 30 seats remaining

Location:

Diamond Lake Yacht Club
21316 Shore Acres
Cassopolis , MI 49031
Date & Times:
Jun 15, 2024 9:00AM - 5:00PM EST

Taught by:

Megan Hall
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 99 of 100 seats remaining

Location:

Boyne City High School
1035 Boyne Ave.
Boyne City, MI 49712
Date & Times:
Jun 15, 2024 9:00AM - 3:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Donald L Richards
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 16 of 30 seats remaining

Location:

Pioneer Hills Marine
10914 N Cut Rd
Roscommon, MI 48653
Date & Times:
Jun 15, 2024 9:00AM - 3:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Ronald L. Bradley
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 19 of 30 seats remaining

Location:

Community Choice Credit Union
4405 Page Avenue
Michigan Center, MI 49254
Date & Times:
Jun 16, 2024 10:00AM - 4:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Nicholas A Warner
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 23 of 25 seats remaining

Location:

Saugatuck Yacht Club
15 Park St
Saugatuck, MI 49453
Date & Times:
Jun 19, 2024 6:00PM - 9:00PM EDT
Jun 20, 2024 6:00PM - 9:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Todd J. Wagner
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 23 of 25 seats remaining

Location:

Brooks Township Hall
490 Quarterline Road
Newaygo, MI 49337
Date & Times:
Jun 28, 2024 8:30AM - 3:30PM EST

Taught by:

Dylan James Wimmer
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