Registration Required

Anyone who wishes to take the Boater Safety Course must register on the DNR website. We can no longer register students at the school, our department website, or any other method.

After you register, you’ll receive a confirmation email and you’ll be placed on the instructor roster.

Why you must register online

The DNR wants students registered directly with them to properly track educational records. The state also uses this system to send the required training materials for class. When students are registered, the DNR ships materials for the exact number of students—there will not be “extras.” Walk-ins may be allowed, but they must register before they can take the class.

About this course

The main purpose of boater safety education is to train knowledgeable, safe, and responsible boaters. Topics covered include general boating and water safety, navigational rules, causes and prevention of crashes, operation and fueling techniques, environmental concerns, and reporting responsibility.