Coast Guard boat operator licence guidelines from BoaterExam.com
You must have a licence by the dates listed (for fishing boats its 2009).
All operators born after April 1, 1983 - Sept 15, 1999
All operators of craft under 4m/13.3ft in length, including personal watercraft - Sept 15, 2002
All operators of boats in Canada - Sept 15, 2009
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Derek's boat and another cruiser near Smith Island summer 2002