Age Requirements
Operating Motorized Watercraft in Wisconsin
Wisconsin boating laws state that to operate a any motorized watercraft, the operator must be 18 years or older.
Born before January 1, 1989:
You are grandfathered in and only need a driver’s licenseBorn after January 1, 1989:
You must have a valid boater’s safety license and driver’s license
*If you are born after January 1st, 1989, please be sure to have a paper or digital copy of your boater’s safety license and driver’s license.
Operators 16 or 17 years old may operate a boat or jet ski ONLY if he/she has completed a boating safety certification exam AND must be accompanied by a parent while operating.
We reserve the right to refuse rental to any operator.
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