Colorado Boating Safety Course - Online
A boaters safety course for students 14-17 for certification in order to operate a motorized vessel in Colorado. This class is virtual.
EVENT DETAILS
About the Class
Students under the age of 18 (14-17) cannot legally operate a motorized vessel in the state of Colorado, unless they have undergone testing and received a boater ID.
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 303-636-7575 or email [email protected] 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.
WHAT TO BRING
Necessary Items
- 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
Location
Keep Colorado Wild Pass — Opens more than state park gates
Explore every corner of Colorado’s state parks while giving back to search and rescue volunteers when you get a $29 Keep Colorado Wild Pass with your vehicle registration. The pass also helps fund state parks and recreation, the Colorado Avalanche Information Center, wildlife conservation and outdoor education opportunities.