Illinois Department of Natural Resources

Prepare for Safety

Take a boating safety course. It's required by law for some Illinois boaters. Even if it’s not required for you, by becoming certified you may save money on boat insurance.

To find a classroom course, call 1-800-832-2599.
To take an online course, visit Boat Illinois.

Learn just about everything you want to know about what is going on outdoors in Illinois!

Stay current on boating laws
Purchase fishing and hunting licenses online
Get answers to questions about boat registration and fishing and hunting regulations
Find out about state parks—locations and fees, plus available activities such as camping, fishing, hiking, and boating

Everything you need to know about boating in Illinois is just a click away at the Illinois DNR website!

Stay up to date on new boating laws!

Be sure to stay abreast of new boating laws and requirements.

For state boating law information, call Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR) at (217) 782-6431 or visit DNR’s website.
For federal boating laws, call the U. S. Coast Guard’s Boating Safety Infoline at 1-800-368-5647.

Information in this book does not replace what is specifically legal for boating in Illinois, which is found in Illinois Statutes and Regulations and federal laws.