<p>Teri not only enjoys writing and the outdoors, she also loves telling people how to stay safe when on the water or when enjoying other outdoor activities.</p>
Louisiana does not issue a traditional boating license. Instead, the state requires a Boater Education Certificate for certain operators, administered by the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF). Whether you need the certificate depends on when you were born and what you are operating.
Wyoming is one of a small number of states that does not require a mandatory boating safety education certificate to operate a motorized vessel. The Wyoming Game and Fish Department (WGFD) oversees boating regulations in the state and strongly encourages all boaters to complete an…
Pennsylvania does not issue a traditional boating license. Instead, the state requires a Boating Safety Education Certificate for certain operators, issued by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC). Whether you need the certificate depends on two things: when you were born and what you're…
New Jersey requires a Boat Safety Certificate for all motorized vessel operators. Depending on where you boat, you may need a second credential on top of that. The state's requirements are administered by the New Jersey State Police (NJSP) Marine Services Bureau. Unlike most states,…
Washington does not issue a traditional boating license. Instead, the state requires a Boater Education Card for qualifying operators, issued through the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission. Whether you need the card depends on three things: when you were born, how old you are,…
