Boater Education

Boating safety certification is required by law for some Montana boaters. Even if it’s not required for you, by becoming certified you can save money on boat insurance.

Over the Internet...

Learn what you need to be a safe boat operator online! The complete course with exciting visuals awaits you on the Net. Interactive graphics help you learn and retain information on boating safely in Montana. Successfully complete the online test and you will receive a State of Montana boating safety certificate by mail.

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Stay up to date on new boating laws ...

• Call the Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks at 406-444-2535 o r visit our website at: www.fwp.mt.gov.
• For federal boating laws, call the U.S. Coast Guard’s Boating Safety Infoline at 1-800-368-5647 or visit their website at: www.uscgboating.org.

Information in this handbook does not replace what is specifically legal for boating in Montana, which is found in the Montana Code and federal laws.