Recreational boaters using Connecticut’s waterways are required to have either a Safe Boating Certificate (SBC) or a Certificate of Personal Watercraft Operation (CPWO) to operate a boat in Connecticut. A Safe Boating Certificate permits an individual to operate any recreational vessel, except for a personal watercraft, on Connecticut’s waters. A Certificate of Personal Watercraft Operation allows an individual to operate any recreational vessel, including a personal watercraft, such as a “Jet Ski”. When operating a vessel, you must have your certificate on board at all times.

The Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting a combination class in April for participants to receive both their SBC and CPWO with successful completion.

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When: April 18, 20, 25, 27 (participants must attend all days)
Time: Classes are from 7-9pm
Where: East Lyme Youth Center
Cost: $25
What to know:
Successful completion of the class qualifies a person to purchase for $50 their Certificate of Personal Watercraft Operation (CPWO) on the Online Sportsmen Licensing System.  The CPWO allows an individual to operate any recreational vessel up to 65ft. including a personal watercraft. Please check age restrictions for operating vessels with engines greater than 10 horsepower and personal watercraft.

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Please contact mmcdowell@eltownhall.com with any questions regarding this course.