New Hampshire Boater Education

The Department of Safety's Marine Patrol is responsible for the safety education of New Hampshire boaters. The Boat New Hampshire safe boating program is nationally recognized and approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators. Many insurance companies offer a discount for successful completion.

Boating safety certification in New Hampshire is now required by all operators of vessels powered by more than 25 horsepower. You have three ways to obtain certification with Boat New Hampshire Safe Boating Program.

In a classroom ...

Share the learning experience with other boaters and a qualified instructor. Call the New Hampshire Department of Safety, or visit our website to locate the next classroom course in your area.

Call 1-888-254-2125 or 603-267-7256
or visit www.nhboatingeducation.com

Over the Internet ...

Learn what you need to be a safe boat operator online! The complete study course with exciting visuals awaits you on the Net. Successfully complete the online exam and you will be eligible to take the final proctored exam required by New Hampshire law.

Start today at Boat New Hampshire

By video ...

You and your family can take this boater education course in the convenience of your home aided by an informative video and instruction manual. Upon successful completion of the mail-in test, you will be eligible to take the final proctored exam required by New Hampshire law.

Call 1-800-830-2268 for information or visit
New Hampshire's video boating safety course website

Ski craft defined ...

Some New Hampshire laws reference "ski craft." "Ski craft" is defined by law as any motorized vessel that is less than 13 feet in length, is capable of exceeding 20 miles per hour, and has the capacity to carry no more than an operator and one other person.

Stay up-to-date on new boating laws ...

Call the New Hampshire Department of Safety, Marine Patrol Bureau, at: 1-877-642-9700 or 603-293-2037.

Information in this handbook does not replace what is specifically legal for boating in New Hampshire, which is found in the New Hampshire Statutes and federal law.