Getting on the water in New Jersey starts with two possible credentials, depending on where you plan to boat. Every operator of a motorized vessel on NJ waters needs a Boat Safety Certificate — issued by the New Jersey State Police and valid for life.
Massachusetts doesn't require a traditional "boating license," but you need a boater safety certificate. At least, you will soon, if you don't already, because the state is rolling out a mandatory requirement that will eventually take effect for all boaters. If you're asking, "Do you…
Adults 18+ are not required to have a boating license in Kentucky. However, younger boat operators aged 12 to 17 must complete an approved safety course and carry a Kentucky Boater Education Certificate to legally operate a motorboat or personal watercraft (PWC) with more than…
To operate a motorized vessel with more than 10 horsepower on public waters in Indiana, you need to be at least 16 years old and have a valid driver's license. That's true not just for standard boats but also for personal watercraft (PWC) such as…
Memorial Day weekend produces more boating fatalities than almost any other weekend of the year. According to the USCG Recreational Boating Statistics, May, June, and July consistently rank as the deadliest months on the water — and the U.S. Coast Guard widely recognizes Memorial Day…
