North Carolina boaters…

Do you need a North Carolina Boater Education Card?

Who is required to have this card?

√ All boaters born on or after January 1, 1988

√ Who operate a motorized watercraft of 10 HP or more

√ Must have a valid NC Boater Education Card on board

If that’s you…you can sign up now for this one-day certified class.

The Outer Banks U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary’s Boat America Boating Safety Class:

√ Is taught by certified Coast Guard Auxiliary instructors

√ Completes required course material + exam in the same day

√ Successful completion of this course satisfies the NC requirement

√ Is locally held here on the Outer Banks.

√ The North Carolina Boater Education Card is valid for a lifetime

Register now during open enrollment for the Outer Banks U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary’s Boat America Boating Safety Class.  Seats are limited.

When: May 11, 2024 one-day only

Where: Southern Shores FD, 15 S. Dogwood Trail, Southern Shores NC 27949

Time:  8:30am – 4:30pm

Cost: $30 includes all materials + refreshments. Each additional family member is $25.

All seats are on a first come, first served basis for this one-day class.

What course topics to expect:

√ Introduction to Boating – Types of boats, boating terms and boating equipment.

√ Boating Law – Registration, regulations, and State and Federal requirements.

√ Safety Equipment – Life jackets, fire extinguishers, sound-producing devises, visual distress signals, anchors, and other safety equipment.

√ Local Knowledge – learn about boating in the OBX from local Coast Guard Auxiliarists

Go to CGAUXOBX.org  for more information and to sign up.