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If you are a Washington or Oregon boater, sailor, kayaker, fisherman, wake boarder,
hunter or PWC enthusiast, these courses are for you.
Courses are taught by U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary instructors who are trained in the subject matter.
About Boating Safely courses are taught in Clark County, Vancouver, Washington, on the 3rd Saturday an average of 4 times each year, in collaboration with Clark County Marine Patrol. The Boat America course is State Mandatory Boat Operator NASBLA approved Washington and Oregon boaters are welcome. Our class qualifies you to obtain your required Boater Education Card to navigate on all state and U.S. waters.
Earn Your Boater Education Card |
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Upcoming Courses:
| Dates | Time | Course Information | Cost | |
| BOAT AMERICA | 03/15/2025 | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM | CLICK HERE | $15 |
| BOAT AMERICA | 06/21/2025 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM | CLICK HERE | $15 |
| CROSSING THE BAR | 03/15/2025 | 8:30 AM - Noon | Covers safe navigation of river and harbor ocean entrances. | $25 |
| CROSSING THE BAR | 06/21/2025 | 8:30 AM - Noon | Covers safe navigation of river and harbor ocean entrances. | $25 |
| How To Read a Nautical Chart |
TBD |
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM | This course provides the navigator with the knowledge to interpret a chart's content. | $10 |
| Boat & Trailer Maintenance | TBD | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM | Workshop on common preventative maintenance tasks for your boat and trailer. | $20 |
For more information or to register call (360) 839-0853 or email [email protected].
All Classes are held at the Clark County Services Center, 4700 NE 78th Street, Vancouver, WA 98661,
Online registration for Boating Classes: CLICK HERE
