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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 2025

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 45 of 45 seats remaining

Location:

South Hillsdale Community Center
1810 W Territorial Rd
Camden, MI 49232
Date & Times:
Jun 21, 2025 8:50AM - 4:30PM EST

Taught by:

Brent WILLIAM Falke

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 24 of 50 seats remaining

Location:

Lincoln Township Hall
175 Lake George St
Lake George, MI 48633
Date & Times:
Jun 21, 2025 9:00AM - 5:00PM EST

Taught by:

Peter Frank Giacalone II

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 42 of 50 seats remaining

Location:

Sunset Cove Resort
931 Sunset Dr
Quincy, MI 49082
Date & Times:
Jun 21, 2025 9:00AM - 5:00PM EST

Taught by:

Michael Spencer

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 29 of 30 seats remaining

Location:

Pioneer Hills Marina
10914 N. Cut Rd.
Roscommon, MI 48654
Date & Times:
Jun 21, 2025 9:00AM - 3:00PM EST

Taught by:

James Munger

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 49 of 50 seats remaining

Location:

Sand Lake Fire Department
1309 Michigan Ave.
Tipton , MI 49287
Date & Times:
Jun 22, 2025 9:00AM - 5:00PM EST

Taught by:

Jerry W Lawson

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 18 of 20 seats remaining

Location:

Sister Lakes Fire Department
92292 CR 690
Dowagiac, MI 49047
Date & Times:
Jun 28, 2025 9:00AM - 3:00PM EST

Taught by:

Mikal Pechota

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 24 of 25 seats remaining

Location:

St Joseph County Sheriff Office
650 E Main St
Centreville, MI 49032
Date & Times:
Jun 28, 2025 9:00AM - 5:00PM EST

Taught by:

james h carrow Iv

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 16 of 22 seats remaining

Location:

Parkside Bible Church
14461 James Street
Holland, MI 49424
Date & Times:
Jun 28, 2025 9:00AM - 5:00PM EST

Taught by:

Daniel J Groenendyk

Jul 2025

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 18 of 20 seats remaining

Location:

Fortsyth Township Snowmobile Club
506 M-35
Gwinn, MI 49841
Date & Times:
Jul 02, 2025 9:00AM - 4:00PM EST

Taught by:

Brian M Kurin

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 38 of 40 seats remaining

Location:

Pentwater Yacht Club
205 S Dover St
Pentwater, MI 49449
Date & Times:
Jul 08, 2025 8:00AM - 12:00PM EST
Jul 09, 2025 8:00AM - 12:00PM EST

Taught by:

Timothy M Simon
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