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Yes, as of January 1, 2025, all boaters must have a California Boater Card to operate a motorized vessel on state waterways. The law requiring this card began in 2018 and has been phased in by age group ever since. Now, card requirements apply to…

If you plan to spend time on Florida's waterways, it's essential to understand Florida life jacket laws. That includes the laws for children and infants. In Florida, every child under six years of age must wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket on vessels under…

If you own or operate a boat in New York State or are considering getting behind the helm of a boat soon, it's essential to follow the rules and regulations for the area. Otherwise, you could end up with fines and penalties—or an unsafe situation…

If you want to operate a boat in the Golden State, you'll need a California boating license. Fortunately, there are several ways to obtain one, and the process is easy. You can take the California boating license test in person, in a classroom, or on…

Getting into boating has a few specific requirements, and in most locations, that includes a boater safety card. You might have also heard people talk about getting a boating license. So, what's the difference? In general, there is no difference between a boating safety card and…