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Colorado Boating Safely Course
Overview
Anyone operating a motorboat, including a personal watercraft (PWC) or sailboat in Colorado must be at least 18 years old.
Individuals who are 14 thru 17 years old 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 dnr_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 2024
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Apr 21 Sun
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Closed 0 of 25 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Lake Pueblo State Park Pueblo, CO 81005
- Sunday, April 21, 2024 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Distance
40 mi
May 2024
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May 27 Mon
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Open 22 of 25 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Lake Pueblo State Park Pueblo, CO 81005
- Monday, May 27, 2024 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Distance
40 mi
June 2024
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Jun 10 Mon
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Open 25 of 25 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Lake Pueblo State Park Pueblo, CO 81005
- Monday, June 10, 2024 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Distance
40 mi
July 2024
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Jul 8 Mon
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Open 25 of 25 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Lake Pueblo State Park Pueblo, CO 81005
- Monday, July 8, 2024 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Distance
40 mi
August 2024
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Aug 5 Mon
Colorado Boating Safely Course
Registration Open 25 of 25 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Lake Pueblo State Park Pueblo, CO 81005
- Monday, August 5, 2024 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Distance
40 mi
