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⚠️ Emergency Alert 08-16-2025: High Water Emergency in Effect - Slow No Wake

Wisconsin Boating Age and Operator Restrictions

A person born on or after Jan. 1, 1989, and at least 16 years old may operate a motorboat only if he or she has completed a boating safety course accepted by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR). A person who is at least 12 years old may operate a personal watercraft (PWC) only if he or she has completed a boating safety course accepted by Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.