Take this Washington–approved course to complete your online boating safety education. Boat-ed.com is a delegated provider for the Washington State Parks. Show
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Register your boat with the Washington State Department of Licensing. To navigate, operate, employ, or moor your vessel in Washington, you must have a Washington title, registration card, and registration decals, except when your vessel is:
See other exemptions. The registration card (the cutout portion of the Vessel Registration Certificate) must be onboard whenever you use your vessel. Operator Age and Boating Education RequirementsCounties and cities may have further restrictions so remember to check in with them before heading out on the water. Find your local boating laws.
Be Whale WiseVessel traffic is one of a number of things impacting the survival of southern resident killer whales, which are listed as endangered under the federal Endangered Species Act. Boaters can do their part to protect southern resident killer whales and keep themselves safe by following Be Whale Wise regulations, which include:
For more information about Be Whale Wise regulations, visit bewhalewise.org. Navigating on Washington WatersSafe navigation is the responsibility of all boaters. Even though no vessel will have absolute right-of-way over other boats, here are three basic rules that every operator should know and follow:
Remember, it’s illegal to obstruct navigation by doing any of the following:
Prevent PollutionSpilling oil or a hazardous substance into state waters is illegal. Polluters may be fined up to $10,000 for each violation or $100,000 for each day the oil poses a risk to the environment, or even more if the spill was intentional. Visit Clean, Green Boating at Washington Department of Ecology’s Web site to learn more. Don’t Transport Nuisance SpeciesWashington State law prohibits transport of any water-based, non-native plants and creatures on any boat, trailer, fishing gear, or bait well. If found, law enforcement may stop you and require you to clean your vessel or gear. To learn more about these aquatic invasive species, how to spot them, and what to do if you find them, visit the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Web site. What You Can Do
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