The Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol Unit will host a one-day New York State Boater’s Safety Course on Sunday July 10th, 2016. The class will be held from 10 am to 6 pm at the Fallsburg Fire Dept. – 17 Lake Street, South Fallsburg, NY 12779. You must be at least 10 years old to attend and must pass a written test at the end of the session.

Anyone born after May 1, 1996 is now required to pass an approved course in boater education in order operate a motorboat in New York State. All operators of personal watercraft must be at least 14 and posses the safety certificate.

Seating for the class is limited and pre-registration is required. There is no charge for the course. New York State charges a fee of $10 for the boaters certificate which does not expire. The fee is waived for students less than 18 years old.

To sign up for the class call the Sheriff’s Patrol at 794-7100, press option 1, and speak with the deputy on the desk.

(YWN Sullivan County Newsroom)