<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>
Virginia doesn't issue a traditional boating license, but that doesn't mean you can get on the water without credentials. The state requires a Boating Safety Education Certificate for most motorized vessel operators, issued through the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR). Unlike many states, Virginia…
Getting on the water in Vermont starts with knowing whether you need a Boating Safety Education Certificate. Vermont requires a Boating Safety Education Certificate for anyone born after January 1, 1974, who operates a motorboat or personal watercraft on Vermont waters. The certificate is issued…
Getting on the water in New Hampshire starts with one credential for most operators: the Safe Boater Education Certificate. New Hampshire requires a Safe Boater Education Certificate for anyone 16 years of age or older who operates a motorboat with a motor greater than 25…
Getting on the water in Nebraska requires one credential for most operators: the Nebraska Boater Education Certificate. Nebraska requires a Boater Education Certificate for anyone born after December 31, 1985, who operates any motorboat or personal watercraft on Nebraska waters. The certificate is issued by…
Getting on the water in Minnesota means knowing whether you need a Watercraft Operator's Permit. Minnesota is phasing in a mandatory Watercraft Operator's Permit requirement for all motorized watercraft operators, expanding by birth year through 2028. As of July 1, 2026, anyone born after June…
