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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 40 of 40 seats remaining

Location:

Eaton County Sheriff's Office
1025 Independence Blvd.
Charlotte, MI 48813
Date & Times:
Jun 09, 2025 6:00PM - 8:30PM EST
Jun 10, 2025 6:00PM - 8:30PM EST
Jun 11, 2025 6:00PM - 9:00PM EST

Taught by:

Troy S Hansbarger Mr
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 6 of 25 seats remaining

Location:

Community Choice Credit Union
4405 Page Avenue
Michigan Center, MI 49254
Date & Times:
Jun 10, 2025 10:00AM - 4:00PM EST

Taught by:

Nicholas A Warner
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 20 of 25 seats remaining

Location:

Community Choice Credit Union
4405 Page Avenue
Michigan Center, MI 49254
Date & Times:
Jun 11, 2025 10:00AM - 4:00PM EST

Taught by:

Nicholas A Warner
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 17 of 20 seats remaining

Location:

Bay Harbor Yacht Club
4300 Vista Dr
Petoskey, MI 49770
Date & Times:
Jun 12, 2025 8:30AM - 3:00PM EST

Taught by:

Alexander M Babcock
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 19 of 25 seats remaining

Location:

Sandy Pines Recreational Community
2745 136th Ave
Hopkins, MI 49328
Date & Times:
Jun 14, 2025 8:00AM - 2:00PM EST

Taught by:

Todd J. Wagner
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 38 of 40 seats remaining

Location:

Branch County Sheriff Office
379 Keith Wilhelm Dr.
Coldwater, MI 49036
Date & Times:
Jun 14, 2025 9:00AM - 5:00PM EST

Taught by:

Ronald L Sprowls II
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 38 of 50 seats remaining

Location:

Saugatuck Yacht Club
15 Park St
Saugatuck, MI 49453
Date & Times:
Jun 17, 2025 6:00PM - 9:00PM EST
Jun 18, 2025 6:00PM - 9:00PM EST

Taught by:

Todd J. Wagner
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 47 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:

Ronald L Sprowls II
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 28 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
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Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 49 of 50 seats remaining

Location:

Shady Shores Association
2965 Patterson Rd
Wayland, MI 49348
Date & Times:
Jun 28, 2025 9:00AM - 3:00PM EST

Taught by:

Steven R Lehman
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