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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 2024

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 37 of 40 seats remaining

Location:

Sunset Cove Resort
931 Sunset Dr
Quincy, MI 49082
Date & Times:
Jun 01, 2024 9:00AM - 4:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Ronald L Sprowls II

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 30 of 30 seats remaining

Location:

Kenyons resort
814 Kenyon Road
Lupton, MI 48635
Date & Times:
Jun 01, 2024 9:00AM - 3:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Chris M Vetter

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 24 of 30 seats remaining

Location:

Yacht Basin Marina
1866 Ottawa Beach Road
Holland, MI 49424
Date & Times:
Jun 05, 2024 6:00PM - 9:00PM EDT
Jun 06, 2024 6:00PM - 9:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Jonathan David Knott

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 8 of 18 seats remaining

Location:

Parkside Bible Church
14461 James Street
Holland, MI 49424
Date & Times:
Jun 08, 2024 9:00AM - 5:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Daniel J Groenendyk

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 40 of 40 seats remaining

Location:

Branch County Sheriff Office
379 Keith Wilhelm Dr.
Coldwater, MI 49036
Date & Times:
Jun 08, 2024 9:00AM - 4:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Ronald L Sprowls II

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 47 of 50 seats remaining

Location:

Melrose Township Hall
4289 M75 Hwy N
Walloon Lake, MI 49796
Date & Times:
Jun 08, 2024 9:00AM - 3:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Donald L Richards

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 30 of 30 seats remaining

Location:

Eaton County Sheriff's Office
1025 Independence Blvd.
Charlotte, MI 48813
Date & Times:
Jun 10, 2024 6:00PM - 9:30PM EDT
Jun 11, 2024 6:00PM - 9:30PM EDT
Jun 12, 2024 6:00PM - 9:30PM EDT

Taught by:

Troy S Gardner

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 23 of 30 seats remaining

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 15 of 29 seats remaining

Location:

Oakland County Sheriff's Office - Room 1
1200 N Telegraph
Bldg 57W - Room 1
Pontiac, MI 48341
Date & Times:
Jun 15, 2024 8:00AM - 3:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Larry P Crake

Boater Safety Education

Registration Open 100 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
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