Arizona’s Boater Education Requirements Although at this time there are no mandatory education requirements in Arizona, having a Boater Education Card will make you a better, more confident boater and may also be beneficial with regard to reciprocity regulations, should you ever choose to boat in another state where boater education is required. Arizona’s Age […]

In order to legally operate a motorized boat or sailboat in the state of Oklahoma, you must obtain a Certificate of Registration and validation decals. The Certificate of Registration must be carried on board during operation and be available for inspection by law enforcement officers. Boat Registration Exemptions: Boats that have been federally documented by […]

Boating License Requirements According to Oklahoma’s boating license requirements, it is illegal for a child under 12 years of age to operate or be permitted to operate a boat or a personal watercraft (PWC) with more than 10 horsepower, or a sailing vessel that is 16 feet or greater in length. Persons that are 12, […]

Boat Registration Requirements in Idaho According to Idaho’s boat registration requirements, you must obtain a Certificate of Number and validation stickers to legally operate a boat within the state. The Certificate of Number must be on board during operation and must be available for inspection by a law enforcement officer. Boat Registration Exemptions: Human-powered craft […]

According to Idaho’s life jacket requirements, each vessel or personal watercraft must have at least one U.S. Coast Guard approved wearable Type I, II, III or V life jacket of proper size, in serviceable condition, and readily accessible for each person aboard or being towed. Children’s Life Jacket Law Idaho’s life jacket regulations also require […]

According to Idaho’s boater education requirements, there is no law specifying a minimum age to operate a vessel. All operators must be competent and are held responsible for knowing the navigation rules. In addition, there are local age regulations, for example in Benewah, Bonner, and Kootenai Counties. Be sure to contact the counties and cities […]

Tennessee’s Muffler and Noise Level Laws In Tennessee, the engines of all motorized boats must have an effective muffling system. Additionally: The use of cut-outs is illegal. Manufacturers may not sell boats which do not meet the noise level requirements. The noise level of a motorized boat may not exceed 86 decibels at 50 feet […]

According to Tennessee’s boater education requirements, any Tennessee resident born after January 1, 1989, must show the Tennessee Wildlife and Resources Agency-issued wallet Boating Safety Education Certificate as proof of successful completion of the TWRA Boating Safety Exam. No other certificate will be accepted as meeting the requirements of the law. Tennessee’s Boater Education Exemptions: […]

Boat Registration Requirements in Nevada To operate a boat in the state of Nevada you must follow boat registration regulation and obtain a Certificate of Number and validation decals. Nevada Certificates of Number and validation decals are obtained through the Nevada Department of Wildlife, by submitting an application form and a fee. Once obtained, the […]

Noise Level and Muffler Requirements in Nevada The exhaust of every internal combustion engine used on a motorized boat must be effectively muffled by equipment designed to muffle or suppress the noise of the exhaust in a reasonable manner. In Nevada, the use of cutouts or open exhaust stacks is prohibited. Boats participating in permitted […]