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Ohio Boater Education Card (2026)
Conditional: Ohio requires boaters born on or after Jan 1, 1982 to complete an approved boating course or proficiency exam to operate a boat powered by more than 10 hp.
ConditionalVerified Jul 7, 2026
Ohio requires boaters born on or after Jan 1, 1982 to complete an approved boating course or proficiency exam to operate a boat powered by more than 10 hp.
Official source: ohiodnr.gov →
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