As of January 2008, Washington started to phase-in a requirement to carry a Boater Education card when operating a boat. To help boaters understand what's involved, you should Click Here To Learn More About Boater Education

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The Washington law will have a phased-in period for compliance. As of January 1, 2008, boaters 20 years of age and younger will be required to obtain their Boater Education Card. Then by January 1, 2009, it will be boaters 25 years of age or younger will be required to obtain their Boater Education Card. The phased-in period for compliance will continue until 2016 for various age groups. Boaters born before January 1, 1955 will be exempt from having to obtain a Boater Education Card.

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