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New Hampshire Boating Laws and Regulations

Age and Operator Restrictions

You must be at least 16 years old to take the Boat New Hampshire Course for the safe boater education certificate.

Exemptions

New Hampshire accepts the following certificates or licenses in lieu of the Safe Boating Certificate.

Enforcement

New Hampshire law enforcement officers patrol the waterways to make your boating experience safe and pleasant. Cooperate with them by following the laws and guidelines.

Carry the Card: Vessel operators who are required to have a Boater Education Card must carry the card on board the vessel and have it available for inspection by an enforcement officer.

Penalty: Not carrying your Boater Education Card when one is required can result in a fine.

Reciprocity

For visiting boaters, all states, territories, and provinces will recognize boating education cards that meet NASBLA requirements and Canadian Pleasure Craft Operator Cards that meet Transport Canada’s requirements. (This is known as “reciprocity.”)

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