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.
April 2021
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Apr 8 Thu
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Closed 0 of 15 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Barr Lake State Park Brighton, CO 80603
- Thursday, April 8, 2021 6:00pm - 9:00pm
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Apr 18 Sun
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Open 11 of 15 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Crawford State Park Crawford, CO 81415
- Sunday, April 18, 2021 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Apr 22 Thu
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Closed 0 of 15 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Barr Lake State Park Brighton, CO 80603
- Thursday, April 22, 2021 6:00pm - 9:00pm
May 2021
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May 6 Thu
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Open 1 of 15 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Barr Lake State Park Brighton, CO 80603
- Thursday, May 6, 2021 6:00pm - 9:00pm
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May 8 Sat
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Open 12 of 12 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Rifle Gap State Park Rifle, CO 81650
- Saturday, May 8, 2021 10:00am - 1:00pm
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May 10 Mon
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Open 8 of 15 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Boyd Lake State Park Loveland, CO 80538
- Monday, May 10, 2021 5:00pm - 8:00pm
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May 13 Thu
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Open 12 of 12 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Rifle Gap State Park Rifle, CO 81650
- Thursday, May 13, 2021 5:00pm - 8:00pm
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May 24 Mon
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Open 10 of 15 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Boyd Lake State Park Loveland, CO 80538
- Monday, May 24, 2021 5:00pm - 8:00pm
June 2021
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Jun 3 Thu
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Open 10 of 15 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Barr Lake State Park Brighton, CO 80603
- Thursday, June 3, 2021 6:00pm - 9:00pm
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Jun 7 Mon
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Open 12 of 15 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Boyd Lake State Park Loveland, CO 80538
- Monday, June 7, 2021 5:00pm - 8:00pm