Yes, your BOATsmart! Card is the same as a Utah Boater Education Card. In Utah the ‘Card’ is commonly referred to as a ‘Boating License’, although this is not the correct ter...
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Can I Drink Alcohol While Boating In Utah?
In Utah it is illegal to operate a boat on Utah waters while under the influence of alcohol, drugs or any combination thereof. In Utah, boaters are considered to be under the influence if they have a...
What Fines And/Or Penalties Will a Boater Caught Operating While Under The Influence Face On Utah’s Waters?
A person convicted of operating a boat while under the influence in Utah will be subject to: • A fine • Loss of their motor vehicle license • A mandatory jail sentence • Community service work...
Where Can I Take Utah’s Boating Safety Test?
Take the state-approved Boating Test right here on this website. Click here to access BOATsmart!’s 3-hour, Online Course. Keep in mind, you must complete the BOATsmart! Course prior to accessing...
Do I Need a Boating License To Operate a PWC in Utah?
Yes, PWC operators must successfully complete an approved boating safety course and and carry their Utah Boater Education Card to legally operate a PWC.
Why Can’t I Access The Next Lesson In My BOATsmart! Study Guide?
The BOATsmart! Course is timed to meet the 3-hour minimum time requirement estabished by NASBLA for online boating safety courses. You must complete the minimum time requirement on your current lesson...
Will My Utah Boater Education Card Be Valid For Boating In Other States?
Yes! The BOATsmart! Card is accepted in 40 other states, which extend reciprocity to certified boaters. This law applies to operators of motorized boats (who have taken and passed a NASBLA approved bo...
Will My BOATsmart! Card Ever Expire?
Your BOATsmart! Card will never expire. But stay in touch after you pass the test – BOATsmart! offers free, online refresher lessons that will help you keep your boating skill and knowledge up t...
Do I Need To Wear a Life Jacket When Boating In Utah?
The only boaters required to WEAR their life jackets in the state of Utah are: • Children 12 years of age and under while on board any boat that is in operation, unless they are inside the enclos...
Is BOATsmart! a Recognized Boating Safety Organization?
Yes. The BOATsmart! Boating Safety Course and Test have been officially approved by the Utah State Parks, the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) and is also recognized b...