On Apr 17, 2:09�pm, "Nate" wrote:
"John H." wrote in message

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As in 43 other states, it's likely you will need to qualify for a
Mass. "Boater's Education Card" to legally operate a boat in that
state.

More info he

http://www.boat-ed.com/ma/index.htm

Did you bother to visit the site Chuck posted, JimH? This information can
be found the

The restrictions below apply to boats propelled by any type of motor,
whether or not the motor is the principal source of propulsion.

* ** A person under 12 years of age may operate a motorboat on
Massachusetts public waters only if accompanied on board and directly
supervised by a competent person 18 years of age or older.
* ** A person 12 through 15 years of age may operate a motorboat on
Massachusetts public waters only if he or she:
* * * * *o Has passed a state-approved boating education course or ...
* * * * *o Is accompanied on board and directly supervised by a competent
person 18 years of age or older.
* ** A person 16 years of age or older may operate a motorboat on
Massachusetts public waters without age restrictions.

Sounds like Chuck did a pretty good job of directing the OP.
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*****Have a Spectacular Day!*****

* * * * *John H

The statement Chuck made does not jive with the info you posted. *Am I
missing something here?

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Chuck said it was "likely" that some sort of boating education
requirement might be required in MA, and linked a website with the
particulars for each state. Turns out that in MA a boater's kids must
have education cards before they can operate a boat without direct
adult supervision. Most states have some education requirements, and
it pays to check them out when inquiring about getting set up with
registration, etc, in a new state.