Boat America - A Course for Responsible Boating
Please fill out the form below to register for the Responsible Boating course with the Coast Guard Auxiliary on March 22, 2026
Where: Maine Island Trail Association Office - 100 Kensington St, 2nd Fl, Portland, ME 04103 Price: $45 - for MITA Members
Boat America is the NASBLA Boating Safety Course endorsed by the State of Maine and required to obtain your Maine Boating Safety Certificate card. This is a comprehensive introductory course that is designed to meet the boating education needs of recreational boaters and includes specific requirements established by Maine Boating Laws. This course will provide general information about boats and maintenance, information to make your boating experience safer and more comfortable, and tips on how to be a more courteous boat operator. Students will receive a manual with the course and must pass a NASBLA exam at the end of the course to obtain the Maine Boating Safety Certificate card. NOTE: Students should bring a box lunch. Topics Include: Chapter 1: Know Your Boat Chapter 2: Before You Get Underway Chapter 3: Operating Your Boat Safely Chapter 4: The Legal Requirements of Boating Chapter 5: Boating Emergencies...What to Do Chapter 6: Enjoying Water Sports with Your Boat



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This workshop is for members of the Maine Island Trail Association. Please visit mita.org/join to become a member. You will then be able to complete the workshop registration form.

If you are unsure of your membership status or have other questions, please email info@mita.org. Thanks!