Contact
Susan Mason
Black River Technical College Paragould
suz.mason@blackrivertech.edu
870-239-0969 ext 103
Where
Black River Technical College, Paragould 1 Black River Drive
Paragould, AR 72450 Driving Directions
Boating Safety Course
Are you 27 or younger? Don't miss the mandatory Boating Registration Class!
Boating Education Class Overview
Mandatory Boating Education Began January 1, 2001. This law affects operators of sailboats and motor-powered craft.
The Arkansas Boating Education Courses teaches the fundamentals of safe and responsible boating.
This basic 6 hour boating courses includes:
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Registration and Trailering
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Personal Flotation Devices (Life Jackets)
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Boating Accidents
Who Needs a Boating Education Card?
Anyone who is born on or after January 1, 1986, and of legal age to operate a motorboat or sailboat must complete an approved AGFC Boating Education Course and carry proof while operating a motorboat or sailboat on Arkansas water.
Free Instructor-led Classes
The program is administered through the AGFC, and is taught by trained volunteer and professional instructors.
The exam will be given at the end of class and the Arkansas Boating Education Certificate will be mailed to you.
Some people will take the boat safety course in order to save on their PWC or boating insurance.
Course Fee: FREE
Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Class Date & Time:
April 22 & 23
6:00pm - 9:00pm