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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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Apr 2025

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 40 of 40 seats remaining

Location:

Bellaire High School
204 W Forest Home Ave
Bellaire, MI 49615
Date & Times:
Apr 12, 2025 8:00AM - 4:00PM EST

Taught by:

Gerald J Clark

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 17 of 20 seats remaining

Location:

Wonderland Marine
8789 McGregor Rd.
Pinckney, MI 48169
Date & Times:
Apr 12, 2025 8:00AM - 3:00PM EST

Taught by:

Jesse newton Smith

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 25 of 25 seats remaining

Location:

Dexter Community Schools-Creekside
2615 Baker Rd.
Dexter, MI 48130
Date & Times:
Apr 12, 2025 8:00AM - 3:00PM EST

Taught by:

Jesse newton Smith

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 22 of 22 seats remaining

Location:

Parkside Bible Church
14461 James Street
Holland, MI 49424
Date & Times:
Apr 12, 2025 9:00AM - 5:00PM EST

Taught by:

Daniel J Groenendyk

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 40 of 40 seats remaining

Location:

Elk Rapids High School
308 Meguzee Point Rd
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
Date & Times:
Apr 19, 2025 8:00AM - 4:00PM EST

Taught by:

Gerald J Clark

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 30 of 30 seats remaining

Location:

Devil's Lake Water Sports
14581 US-223
Manitou Beach, 14581, MI 49253
Date & Times:
Apr 19, 2025 9:00AM - 5:00PM EST

Taught by:

Jerry W Lawson

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 23 of 25 seats remaining

Location:

Macomb County Sheriff Marine Division
33125 South River Road
Harrison Township, MI 48045
Date & Times:
Apr 22, 2025 5:00PM - 9:00PM EST
Apr 23, 2025 5:00PM - 9:00PM EST

Taught by:

Robert J Richard

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 50 of 50 seats remaining

Location:

PBWOA- Yacht Club
8930 Dexter Pinckney Rd.
Pinckney, MI 48169
Date & Times:
Apr 26, 2025 8:00AM - 3:00PM EST

Taught by:

Jesse newton Smith

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 40 of 40 seats remaining

Location:

Central Lake High School
8169 W State St
Central Lake, MI 49622
Date & Times:
Apr 26, 2025 8:00AM - 4:00PM EST

Taught by:

Gerald J Clark

May 2025

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 30 of 30 seats remaining

Location:

Ellsworth Public Schools
9467 Park Street
Ellsworth, MI 49729
Date & Times:
May 03, 2025 8:00AM - 4:00PM EST

Taught by:

Gerald J Clark
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