The New York boater safety course takes a minimum of three hours to complete online. That minimum is set by NASBLA (National Association of State Boating Law Administrators) and enforced by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (NYS Parks). The…
The minimum age to get a New York boating license (also called a New York Boating Safety Certificate) is 10 years old to operate a motorboat and 14 to operate a personal watercraft (PWC) such as a Jet Ski. As of January 1, 2025, all…
Boating requirements in New York look different than they did just a few years ago. Brianna's Law, enacted in 2020, introduced a phased mandate requiring motorized vessel operators to hold a state-approved boating safety certificate — rolling in new age groups each year until the…
For legal boating in New York, all boaters must complete an approved boating safety course, pass the final exam, and earn a certificate. These requirements are compulsory for all motorized vessel operators as of January 1, 2025. These requirements apply to all boaters, regardless of…
The weather is warming up, and it's almost time to get your boat out on the water (if you haven't already done so). But, it's important to make sure you boat safely and legally — even if you're anxious to get out on your favorite waterway.
