Who needs the Illinois Boater Card?

Illinois Boating License

No person born on or after January 1, 1998, unless exempted by subsection, shall operate a motorboat with over 10 HP unless that person has a valid Boating Safety Certificate issued by the Department of Natural Resources.

You must be at least 11 years of age to complete this Illinois online boating safety course.

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3 Easy Steps

Get your Illinois Boater Card in
3 Easy Steps

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From laptop to mobile phone to tablet, choose when and where to take your boating course and get your Illinois Boating Card.

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Visual Exam Questions

Visual Exam Questions
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We found out a long time ago that people learn best when they can see what they're learning. Shouldn't you be tested the same way? Every one of our exam questions is illustrated to help you get your boating licence.

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Hundreds of Engaging Videos

Engaging Videos

Hundreds of
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Our Illinois boating license course features hundreds of rich engaging boating videos and animations. That means you aren't just reading: You're watching, listening and learning.

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BOATERexam.com® is trusted by agencies across the United States to deliver the best of quality in boating safety education. Our courses consistently receive the highest level of approval from agencies and from boaters.

This official Illinois boating safety course is approved by the State of Illinois's Department of Natural Resources.

Illinois Department of Natural Resources
One Natural Resources Way
Springfield, Illinois 62702
www.dnr.illinois.gov




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