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Boater Education Courses

Each year, the Brazos River Authority provides one-day courses throughout the spring and summer months. The course provides useful information for boaters of all ages and experience levels including all types of water conditions, from ponds to offshore and ideal situations to worst-case scenarios.

The class is offered to anyone over the age of 13. A 12-year-old child may take the course but will not receive their certification from Texas Parks and Wildlife Department until their 13th birthday. Participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

The cost for the program for both teens and/or adults is $13. Participants must provide a social security number and a picture identification card (Texas ID card, school ID, library card with picture, etc.) to attend. Each participant must pass a written test in order to obtain their certification.

Taking this class could save you money on your boaters insurance! Similar to discounts provided to those that take driver's education courses, many insurance companies offer premium discounts to those that attend boater safety courses. Participants should contact their insurance company to determine if a premium reduction is available for taking this course.

Available dates for the course are listed below. If you have questions, please feel free to give us at call at (940) 779-2321 for the Possum Kingdom Lake area or (817) 579-2141 for the Lake Granbury area.



Possum Kingdom Lake

Lake Boater Safety Courses at Possum Kingdom will be held at different locations on opposite sides of the lake from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with one hour free for lunch. Eastside at PK Eastside Fire Station, 2353 FM North next to the PK Chamber of Commerce
Course dates are:

  • July 25


Lake Granbury

The Boater Safety Course at Lake Granbury is held from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with one and ½ hours free for lunch. Classes are held at the Brazos River Authority Office at 4552 Mambrino Hwy., Granbury. Please call to register and for directions at (817)-573-3212.
Course dates are:

  • August 16