04-07-2010, 11:16 AM
RALEIGH, N.C. (March 2) - A new law goes into effect in 2010 for boaters in North Carolina, especially those under 26 years old.
Beginning May 1, anyone younger than 26 operating a vessel powered by a motor of 10 horsepower or greater on a public waterway must meet the requirements for boating safety education, as set by General Statute 75A-16.2.
"Those boaters must take and pass a National Association of State Boating Law Administrators-approved course before taking the helm, or otherwise be in compliance," said Capt. Chris Huebner, the state boating safety coordinator.
All vessel operators may be asked by law enforcement officers to present a certification card or proof of compliance.
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission administers free boating safety education courses that fulfill requirements of the new law. To check course availability, go to www.ncwildlife.org or call (919) 707-0030. The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, U.S. Power Squadron and other organizations, including Internet providers, also offer approved courses and can include a fee.
About N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission
Since 1947, the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission has been dedicated to the conservation and sustainability of the state's fish and wildlife resources through research, scientific management, wise use, and public input. The Commission is the state regulatory agency responsible for the enforcement of fishing, hunting, trapping and boating laws and provides programs and opportunities for wildlife-related educational, recreational and sporting activities. To learn more, visit www.ncwildlife.org.
Get N.C. Wildlife Update - news including season dates, bag limits, legislative updates and more - delivered free to your Inbox from the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission. Go to www.ncwildlife.org/enews.
Media Contact
Capt. Chris Huebner,<br />
Boating Safety Coordinator<br />
(919) 707-0030
Beginning May 1, anyone younger than 26 operating a vessel powered by a motor of 10 horsepower or greater on a public waterway must meet the requirements for boating safety education, as set by General Statute 75A-16.2.
"Those boaters must take and pass a National Association of State Boating Law Administrators-approved course before taking the helm, or otherwise be in compliance," said Capt. Chris Huebner, the state boating safety coordinator.
All vessel operators may be asked by law enforcement officers to present a certification card or proof of compliance.
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission administers free boating safety education courses that fulfill requirements of the new law. To check course availability, go to www.ncwildlife.org or call (919) 707-0030. The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, U.S. Power Squadron and other organizations, including Internet providers, also offer approved courses and can include a fee.
About N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission
Since 1947, the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission has been dedicated to the conservation and sustainability of the state's fish and wildlife resources through research, scientific management, wise use, and public input. The Commission is the state regulatory agency responsible for the enforcement of fishing, hunting, trapping and boating laws and provides programs and opportunities for wildlife-related educational, recreational and sporting activities. To learn more, visit www.ncwildlife.org.
Get N.C. Wildlife Update - news including season dates, bag limits, legislative updates and more - delivered free to your Inbox from the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission. Go to www.ncwildlife.org/enews.
Media Contact
Capt. Chris Huebner,<br />
Boating Safety Coordinator<br />
(919) 707-0030