Feb 212016
Important note: If you were born on or after January 1, 1986 you must pass a boating safety course to operate most vessels in Rhode Island. See online links for more information.
RI DEM explanation of the requirement:
http://www.dem.ri.gov/programs/bnatres/enforce/boatreqt.htm
Link to the boating course:
https://www.boat-ed.com/rhodeisland/
