District of Columbia boater education information
District of Columbia requires a boater education card from everyone operating a boat within state waters.
District of Columbia boating license information
The District of Columbia Boater Education card is proof that you have successfully completed an approved boating safety course. Since the boater education card does not expire and does not need to be renewed, it is not called a District of Columbia Boating License.
To get the most recent information on District of Columbia’s Boating Laws and Boating education courses, visit this District of Columbia state department website.
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