Currently, mandatory boater education is not required for boaters in Idaho. This means you are not required to have an Idaho Boating License in order legally operate a motorized boat on state waters.

However, there are benefits to being a BOATsmart! Cardholder – once you’ve obtained the BOATsmart! Card, it will be good for life, it will keep you legal when boating in other states and you’ll receive discounts on your boat insurance.