FREE 2025 Washington State Boater Education Classes
Although it’s freezing and summer seems like an eternity away, it will be boating season before you know it, and we want you to be prepared.
The Spokane County Sheriff’s Office Marine Unit invites you to attend one of their scheduled FREE Washington State Boater Education Classes.
Effective January 1, 2014, every person born after January 1, 1955, is required to have the Boater Education Card to operate any vessel with 15 or more horsepower. This applies to Washington State residents operating vessels on Washington waterways.
Pre-Registration is Recommended: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/washington-boating-safety-course-tickets-1115833149989?aff=oddtdtcreator
Classes will be held on the following dates, from 9 am – 4 pm, at the Spokane County Sheriff’s Office Training Center, 13033 W. SR 902, Spokane, WA 99224.
April 12, 2025
May 10, 2025
June 7, 2025
June 21, 2025
July 12, 2025
August 9, 2025
September 13, 2025
Additional Information
What is the Boater Education Card?
The Boater Education Card is proof that you have successfully completed all of the components of an approved boater safety course. This card allows boating in Washington.
** Exemptions
Education is not required if:
Your vessel has an engine that is under 15 hp.
You were born prior to January 1, 1955.
You hold a valid U.S. Coast Guard Marine Operator’s License.
You Must Carry the Card
Vessel operators who are required to have the Washington Boater Card must carry the card on board the vessel and have it available for inspection by an enforcement officer. Not carrying your Washington Boater Card when required can result in a $99 fine.
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This Spokane County Sheriff Office news article "FREE 2025 Washington State Boater Education Classes" was originally found on https://www.spokanecounty.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?CID=7