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I’ll Be Visiting Washington State For One Month. Will I Need To Register My Boat If I’m Bringing It There?
No, unless you’ll be boating on Washington waters for longer than 60 days. If this is the case, you can purchase a temporary permit for $25 that will be good for an additional 60 days.
I’ve been partying. What is the legal limit for marijuana and alcohol in Washington state for boat operators?
Washington boaters (including paddlers) are considered to be ‘under the influence’ of alcohol if they have a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) level of 0.08 or higher. Additionally, boater...
Is It Illegal In Washington To Operate My Boat While Under The Influence Of Alcohol Or Drugs?
Yes. In Washington, if you are convicted of operating a boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you face a fine and possible imprisonment. Never drink and drive any type of vehicle and und...
How Do I Replace My Washington Boater Education Card?
Lost or destroyed Washington Boater Education Card? You can easily purchase a Replacement Boater Education Card from Washington State Parks for a $5 fee. Expect the replacement boating license to take...
Is a Washington Boating License The Same Thing As a Boater Education Certificate?
Yes, the BOATsmart! Washington Boater Education Card is commonly referred to as a ‘Boating License’ or ‘Boat License Card’. In Canada, this is equivalent to the Pleasure Craft ...
Who Enforces Washington state’s boating regulations and laws?
Boaters must always comply with Washington’s boating laws and regulations to keep the waters safe and avoid recieving a fine from authorized law enforcement. There are several boating law author...
Is Boater Education Required In Washington?
Yes, if you were born after Dec. 31, 1954, and you’re operating a motorized boat or PWC with an engine of 15 horsepower or more, you are required to have a Washington Boater Education Certificat...
How Do I Prepare For The Washington Boater Safety Test?
Prepare for the official test with BOATsmart!’s Washington Boating Course which includes animated, narrated and brilliantly illustrated lessons, perfect for all ages. The 3-hour Washington boati...
Are Washington’s Boaters Required To Have a Boating License?
In Washington, boaters born after Dec. 31, 1954, who operate a motorized boat (including PWCs) of 15 horsepower or more are required to have a Washington Boating License. There are benefits to being a...