New York State Boater Safety Course

Program Type:

Instruction, Special Event

Age Group:

Tweens & Teens, High School: Gr. 9-12, Middle School: Gr. 6-8, Teens: Gr. 7-12, Families, Adults, Seniors, All Ages

Event Details

Starting in 2025, Brianna's Law requires all boaters to complete a safety course before operating any motorized vessel or watercraft on New York State waterways.

This in-person, two-night course runs for 4 hours each night, and attendees must attend both sessions. It is led by instructors from Watercraft Network. The 8-hour course introduces the basic principles of safe and responsible boating. Topics include the rules of the nautical road, required safety equipment, special boating-related activities, and more. Students who successfully complete the course will earn a safe-boating certificate.

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Under a new law, known as Brianna's Law, all motor boat operators:

   ALL motor boat operators, regardless of age, will need a boating safety certificate beginning in 2025

Important Notes:

  •    NYS Parks and Recreation Fee of $10 is required for the completed certification paid upon completion of the course.
  •    Attendance both days is required
  •    Must be at least 10 years old to participate by February 26, 2025