Upcoming Events
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Overview
Anyone operating a motorboat, including a personal watercraft (PWC) or sailboat in Colorado must be at least 16 years old.
Individuals who are 14 and 15 and have successfully completed a state approved boating safely course can operate a motorized vessel in Colorado.
About the Class
The Boating Safely course is a combination of home study and classroom hours.
Students must read and study the 60 page manual prior to attending a review session with a boating instructor. To receive a manual, purchase it online here. If you are unable to purchase and use the electronic manual, please call 303-291-7575 or email boating.safety@state.co.us to request a physical manual.
The review session will run 2 to 3 hours, depending on class size. Students will take a written test at the end of the session and must pass with a score of at least 70% to receive a boater ID card.
Age-Related Information
Important Students must be a minimum of 14 years of age at the time of the class to attend a review session, and those under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Do I need to bring anything?
All attendees must bring the following to be admitted to the review session:
- Proof of age - (birth certificate, school ID, driver's license showing date of birth)
- 1" x 1" front facing photo
About Registration
- Registration for any class must be completed at least seven (7) days in advance
- No registrations will be taken after the seven day cut-off or if the class becomes full
Cancellation Policy
In the event of a scheduling conflict or illness, students may request a move to another review session by calling 303-291-7575. We ask that you do this no later than 24 hours prior to the class.
NOTICE: All Colorado Boating Safely Courses are currently being held in a virtual format to best comply with Colorado's COVID-19 safety precautions. After successfully registering for a Boating Safely course, an instructor will contact you 2 days in advance by email to provide you with a virtual meeting link. We are continually monitoring the state's current public health guidance, and will re-assess class safety precautions as guidance changes
June 2023
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Jun 8 Thu
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Closed 0 of 15 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Online Boating Safely Course Online, CO 00000
- Thursday, June 8, 2023 5:00pm - 8:00pm
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Jun 10 Sat
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Open 7 of 10 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Crawford State Park Crawford, CO 81415
- Saturday, June 10, 2023 1:00pm - 4:00pm
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Jun 10 Sat
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Closed 0 of 15 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Cherry Creek State Park Aurora, CO 80014
- Saturday, June 10, 2023 2:00pm - 5:00pm
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Jun 11 Sun
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Closed 0 of 15 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
John Martin Reservoir State Park (Online Only) Hasty, CO 81044
- Sunday, June 11, 2023 1:00pm - 4:00pm
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Jun 12 Mon
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Open 20 of 25 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Lake Pueblo State Park Pueblo, CO 81005
- Monday, June 12, 2023 6:00pm - 9:00pm
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Jun 17 Sat
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Open 10 of 12 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Rifle Gap State Park Rifle, CO 81650
- Saturday, June 17, 2023 10:00am - 1:00pm
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Jun 22 Thu
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Closed 0 of 15 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Online Boating Safely Course Online, CO 00000
- Thursday, June 22, 2023 5:00pm - 8:00pm
July 2023
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Jul 9 Sun
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Open 14 of 15 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
John Martin Reservoir State Park (Online Only) Hasty, CO 81044
- Sunday, July 9, 2023 1:00pm - 4:00pm
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Jul 10 Mon
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Open 25 of 25 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Lake Pueblo State Park Pueblo, CO 81005
- Monday, July 10, 2023 6:00pm - 9:00pm
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Jul 13 Thu
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Open 3 of 15 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Online Boating Safely Course Online, CO 00000
- Thursday, July 13, 2023 5:00pm - 8:00pm
