New Dates Added!

The New York State Safe Boating Course is now mandatory for anyone, regardless of age, who operates a boat, watercraft or Jet Ski in NY State, and we’re offering it here at Emma Clark Library.

After completing this course, you will receive a New York State Safe Boating Certificate. 

Wednesday, April 16 and Thursday, April 17, 4:30 – 8:30 p.m. (In-Person)
This class is now full. Additional classes are listed below.
Click here to join the wait list now through the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historical Preservation website.

Thursday, June 5 and Friday, June 6, 4:30 – 8:30 p.m. (In-Person)
Click here to register now through the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historical Preservation website.

All classes are open to Adults, Teens, and Tweens (Ages 10+). Taught by New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historical Preservation. In this two-part, 8-hour course, Captain Rich Cloonan will teach the basic principles of safe and responsible boating.

Students must be at least 10 years old to attend the course and must attend both class sessions to receive certification. This class is open to both residents and nonresidents. The $40 per person materials fee must be paid to the instructor at the first class (pay with cash or Venmo).

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Note: All courses are open to anyone in the state, not just local residents. If this course does not fit your schedule, or if all spots are filled, Three Village patrons may register for NY State Safe Boating classes held at other locations. Click here for more information. 

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Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org