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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


Search Results

Jun 2024

Boater Safety Education

Full Event with Waitlist 3 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

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

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

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 25 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

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 25 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

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

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 34 of 50 seats remaining

Location:

Lincoln Township Hall
175 Lake George St
Lake George, MI 48633
Date & Times:
Jun 29, 2024 8:00AM - 4:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Peter Frank Giacalone II

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 35 of 35 seats remaining

Location:

Crooked Lake Yacht Club
3708 US 31
Oden, MI 49764
Date & Times:
Jun 29, 2024 8:45AM - 3:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Alexander M Babcock

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 44 of 50 seats remaining

Location:

Shady Shores Association
2965 Patterson Rd
Wayland, MI 49348
Date & Times:
Jun 29, 2024 9:00AM - 4:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Steven R Lehman

Jul 2024

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 25 of 25 seats remaining

Location:

Saugatuck Yacht Club
15 Park St
Saugatuck, MI 49453
Date & Times:
Jul 17, 2024 6:00PM - 9:00PM EDT
Jul 18, 2024 6:00PM - 9:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Todd J. Wagner
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