What's New
Boating Classes
The Boating Education page is continually updated as new classes become available. Click here to access a list of current classes.
Idaho Paddlesports Classes
The Idaho Boating Program is now offering a class geared towards those who enjoy paddlesports. So, get your friends together and call 208-514-2417 or email Kim Jackson to learn more and set up a class before you head out on your next adventure!
BoatU.S. Online "Boat Simulator"
The BoatU.S. Foundation now has an online "Boat Simulator" game. Are your boating skills a little rusty after a long, cold winter? This could be one way to "practice" before heading ou! Click here to access their games page
BoaterExam Mini Navigation Course
Want to polish up on your navigation rules before hitting the water? BoaterExam has a short mini course to help you.
The Importance of Boating Safety
Many great boating experiences have been ruined because of boating accidents, many of which could have been prevented. Ever wonder what the effect of an accident can have on the people involved? Go to http://www.boat-ed.com/safetymatters/ to watch some testimonials about how one boating accident changed those involved and their families. There are also some safety tips shared by marine law enforcement officers from various states.
Idaho Highway 21 Mores Creek Construction
Idaho Transportation Department is currently working on upgrading the Mores Creek Bridge (High Bridge) on Highway 21 towards Idaho City, which can affect access to the Spring Shores Marina. Click here to access an informative postcard produced by ITD.
Idaho Adds Another Online Vendor For Boating Classes
The Idaho Boating Program now has another approved online vendor for online courses. You can know take the online boating safety course through BoaterExam.
Other approved online vendors are:
BoatEd
Boat U.S.
Picture of the Month
The "We aim to please" category:
When two fisherman found their boat had floated almost 200 years out into the bay at Indian Creek, Priest Lake Park Manager Lonnie Johnson, aka "Tugboat Lonnie", jumped into a kayak and brought it back, safe and sound.
Note: The Boating Program has started doing a "Picture of the Month." If you are interested in submitting a boating related picture to be placed on our website, please email it (in a small file size) to Kim.Jackson@idpr.idaho.gov. The picture must be family friendly.
Choosing a Child's Life Jacket
Choosing a life jacket that will work for your infant or child can be challenging if you've never done it before. Click here to watch a short video on how to properly size a life jacket for the younger ones in your life.
Remember—Life Jackets only save lives when worn.
Looking for a Few Good Sailors
Do you enjoy boating? Would you love to share your knowledge and expertise with others? The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary needs you! To learn more about this important organization and how you can help improve recreational boating in Idaho, go to http://a130.uscgaux.info/public/join_the_auxiliary.htm to find out more about joining the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. You can also find contact information for your local Flotilla on this website.