If you fail Oregon’s official boating test on your first attempt, you may immediately retry the test. However, if you fail the test on your second attempt, you will be required to re-take the 3-...
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Will I Need To Restart The BOATsmart! Course If It Takes Me Longer Than 3 hours To Complete?
No, the 3-hour timer is only a minimum requirement. You’re free to spend as much time as you need in the BOATsmart! Oregon Study Guide before you take the Boating Safety Test.
What Will I Learn In The BOATsmart! Boater Safety Course?
The BOATsmart! Oregon Course includes all of the knowledge required to pass the Official Oregon Test and obtain your Oregon Boating License. When completing the online boating course you’ll lear...
Is BOATsmart! a Recognized Boating Safety Organization?
Yes. The BOATsmart! Boating Safety Course and Test have been officially approved by the Oregon State Marine Board, the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) and is also rec...
Do Oregon Boaters Need To Wear Life Jackets?
The following boaters are required to WEAR life jackets in Oregon: •Children under 12 years of age on board boats that are underway or being towed. •PWC passengers (Type I, II or III life jackets ...
Will My BOATsmart! Oregon Boating License Ever Expire?
Your BOATsmart! Card will never expire. But stay in touch with us after you pass the test and hit the water – BOATsmart! offers free, online refresher lessons that will help you keep your boatin...
Will My BOATsmart! Oregon 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...
How Old Must a Child Be To Legally Operate a Motorized Boat In Oregon?
In Oregon it is illegal for children under 12 years of age to operate a motorized boat, even if they have their Oregon Boater Education Card. The minimum age for unsupervised PWC operators is 18 years...
Why Can’t I Access The Next Lesson In My BOATsmart! Study Guide?
The BOATsmart! Course has a 3-hour minimum time requirement, estabished and required by NASBLA for online boating safety courses. The minimum time requirement must be completed on your current lesson ...
Do I Need a Permit To Hold a Marine Event On Oregon Waters?
Yes. If you are the sponsor or host of a regatta, fishing tournament, boat race, marine parade or exhibition in Oregon, you’ll be required to complete a Marine Board application and obtain an ev...