Maine Boater Education Card

The Maine Boater Safety Course teaches key boating safety for state waters. CertifiedBoater makes learning simple with easy guides and practice tests to help you pass fast

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What is the Boater Education Card?

The Boater Education Certificate is proof that you have successfully completed all of the components of an approved boater safety course. This card allows boating in Maine.

You Must Carry the Card

Vessel operators who are required to have the Maine Boater Card must carry the card on board the vessel and have it available for inspection by an enforcement officer. Not carrying your Maine Boater Card when it is required can result in a fine.

Reciprocity

For visiting boaters, all states, territories, and provinces will recognize boating education cards that meet NASBLA requirements and Canadian Pleasure Craft Operator Cards that meet Transport Canada’s requirements. (This is known as “reciprocity.”)

I do not have a driver’s license. Can I still get the Maine Boater Education Certificate?

Yes. You are not required to have a state driver’s license in order to obtain a Boater Education Card.