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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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Jul 2024

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 24 of 25 seats remaining

Location:

Porcupine Mountain State Park
3303 Headquarters Road
Ontonagon, MI 49953
Date & Times:
Jul 29, 2024 5:30PM - 8:30PM EST
Jul 30, 2024 5:30PM - 8:30PM EST

Taught by:

Peter John Shambaugh
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Aug 2024

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 37 of 49 seats remaining

Location:

North Park Campground--Pavilion
836 N. Huron Ave
Harbor Beach, MI 48441
Date & Times:
Aug 05, 2024 8:00AM - 11:00AM EST
Aug 06, 2024 8:00AM - 11:00AM EST
Aug 07, 2024 8:00AM - 11:00AM EST

Taught by:

David C Wilson
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 47 of 50 seats remaining

Location:

Pentwater Yacht Club
205 S Dover St
Pentwater, MI 49449
Date & Times:
Aug 13, 2024 8:00AM - 12:00PM EST
Aug 14, 2024 8:00AM - 12:00PM EST

Taught by:

Timothy M Simon
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Sep 2024

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 16 of 25 seats remaining

Location:

Oakland County Sheriff's Office - Room 2
1200 North Telegraph Rd.
Bldg 57W - Room 2
Pontiac, MI 48341
Date & Times:
Sep 07, 2024 8:00AM - 3:00PM EST

Taught by:

Larry P Crake
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Oct 2024

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 34 of 40 seats remaining

Location:

Coldwater Lake Association
516 Warren Rd
Coldwater, MI 49036
Date & Times:
Oct 12, 2024 9:00AM - 4:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Ronald L Sprowls II
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