Complete a Virginia boating safety course.

Completion should include passing a Virginia-recognized boating safety course, such as the Boat Owners Association of the United States course training and test offered online through the BoatU.S. Foundation Links to an external site..

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What are the advantages of completing a boating safety course?
  • What are the key components of a boating safety course?
  • What boating safety courses are recognized by Virginia? How can one locate information about these courses?
  • What Virginia agency monitors boater safety? What resources does this agency provide?

Teacher Resource:

Ways to Take a Boating Safety Course Links to an external site., Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources