Maine Boater Education
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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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Other Resources
- Florida Boater Safety Course
- Florida Course Comparison Guide
- Florida Boating License Guide
- Florida Boat Rental Certificate
Maine Boating Laws and Regulations
Age and Operator Restrictions
Anyone born after January 1, 1999, who wishes to recreationally operate a motorboat greater than 25 horsepower or a personal watercraft on Maine’s inland waters and its territorial sea will need to successfully complete an approved boater safety and education course prior to operating such motorboat or personal watercraft.
A person under 12 years of age may not operate a motorboat propelled by machinery of more than 10 horsepower unless under the immediate supervision of a person in the motorboat who is at least 16 years of age and has completed an approved boater safety and education course.
No one under 16 years of age may operate a PWC.
If you are 14 years of age or older: You may operate a motorized vessel legally on Alabama waters for up to 45 days per calendar year without supervision. After 45 days, you must have a valid proof of boater safety certification.
Enforcement
Maine law enforcement officers patrol the waterways to make your boating experience safe and pleasant. Cooperate with them by following the laws and guidelines.
Carry the Card: Vessel operators who are required to have a Boater Education Card must carry the card on board the vessel and have it available for inspection by an enforcement officer.
Penalty: Not carrying your Boater Education Card when one 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.”)
