Any Tennessee resident born after January 1, 1989 must pass and possess a TWRA-issued wallet Boating Safety Education Certificate as proof of successful completion of the TWRA Boating Safety exam before they drive a boat.
The Tennessee mandatory boating education law is similar to the driver’s license law. You acquire the study materials, study, and then take an approved boating safety exam administered by an approved representative of the TWRA.
No other certificate will be accepted as meeting the requirements of the law.
If there is an adult on board (at least 18 years old, and if born after 1/1/89 possesses the certification) that can take immediate control of the vessel, then this certificate is not required.
More can be found out about the TWRA’s test requirements by visiting the agency’s website at www.tnwildilfe.org
The following is a list of sites where tests are can be taken (check the agency website for updates):
Bedford County
Argie Cooper Public Library in Shelbyville
by appointment only - 931-684-7323
Cannon County
Dr. and Mrs. J. F. Adams Memorial Library
212 College Street/Woodbury
by appointment only - (615) 563-5861
Coffee County
Manchester Public Library
by appointment only 931-723-5143
Davidson County
Boating Safety Class
US Army Reserve Center
3598 Bell Road, Donelson
May 3, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
contact Phil Mammano to register 615-397-1811
Davidson County
Boating Safety Class
Spring Hill Suites - Nashville Airport
May 17 - 9:30 a.m.
Call to register - Robby Gilreath - 615-566-5641
Dickson County
Dickson County Library/Henslee Dr.
by appointment only 615-446-8293
Franklin County
Franklin County Library in Winchester
by appointment only - 931-967-3706
Giles County
Giles County Library
By appointment only
931-363-2720
Hickman County
By Appointment Only
Dave Anderson (931) 729-5615
Lincoln County
Fayetteville/Lincoln Co. Public Library
400 Rocky Knob Lane
by appointment only - 931-433-3286
Maury County
Spring Hill Public Library
Internet Testing
By appointment only, call (931) 486-2932
Montgomery County
Clarksville Montgomery County Public Library
350 Pageant Lane
by appointment only - 931-648-8826
Moore County
Moore County Library - Lynchburg
by appointment only - 931-759-7285
Robertson County
Gorham MacBane Library, Springfield
Anytime Monday, Wednesday, Friday - 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Thurdsay - 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
subject to computer availability
Rutherford County
Linebaugh Public Library - Murfreesboro
by appointment only (615) 893-4131 ext. 117
Smyrna Public Library
call Chad to set up appointment - 615-459-4884
Smith County
Smith County Rescue Squad Bldg./Jefferson Ave/Carthage
by appointment only, call Tracy Fields - 615-735-9917
Sumner County
Hendersonville Public Library - 116 Dunn St.
by appointment only - 615-824-0656
Boater's World - Rivergate
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. on the following dates:
May 10, June 7,
July 12, Aug. 9, Sept. 6, and Oct. 4.
To register, call Gary Potterpin at (615) 672-7586.
Trousdale County
Fred A. Vaught Public Library, Hartsville
Tuesdays 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Williamson County
Williamson County Library
Franklin, TN
By appointment only
615-595-1243
Fairview Public Library
by appointment only, 615-799-0235
Leipers Fork Public Library
by appointment only - 615-794-7019
Nolensville Public Library
by appointment only - 615-776-5490
Bethesda Public Library
by appointment only - 615-790-1887
Wilson County
Cooks United Methodist Church - Hwy. 70
3rd Thursday of every month - 6:00 p.m.
March - October
Mt. Juliet Public Library
Mondays only, 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Boat Smart Super Saturday Set For May 17 To Kick Off Safe Boating Week
Volunteers have teamed up with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at area lakes for Boat Smart Super Saturday on May 17. Super Saturday, the kickoff to National Safe Boating Week, May 17-23, is geared to promote boating and water safety while having fun at the lake.
"Wear It,” referring to life jackets, is the primary message for boaters to follow to arrive alive after a day on the lake.
The team will be ready at boat ramps around the lake on Super Saturday to greet visitors and remind them of tips to be safe on the water. With the warmer weather and summer approaching quickly, crowds are getting back out on the lakes.
"There’s a variety of volunteers participating from boaters, park hosts, clubs, US Coast Guard Auxiliary, Scouts and more,” said Natural Resources Specialist Carolyn Bauer. “Volunteers view it as a nice way to take a few hours, greet visitors, enjoy being around the lake, and feel good about knowing the information they provide may save a life.”
“It’s a great time of year to enjoy water sports,” said Public Affairs Specialist Steve Foshee. "Boat Smart Super Saturday tackles the job of reminding people to have fun and yet to expect the unexpected. Prepare with the right gear for your boat, wear a life jacket, use courtesy and common sense, and don’t drink and boat.”
Some tips for boaters:
1) Expect the unexpected. Wear your life jacket.
2) Avoid drinking and operating a boat.
3) Keep a proper lookout – watch out for the "other guy.”
4) Use courtesy and common sense.
5) Take a safe boating course.
"This is a great kickoff event to get folks started on every day being a boat smart day,” said Randy Ventress, Staff Officer for Public Affairs of Division 11 8, Eastern Region, US Coast Guard Auxiliary. "Throughout the year we offer boating courses. We’ll be at Bass Pro Shops on Super Saturday promoting life jacket wear and demonstrating the comfort of inflatable life jackets.”
Area lakes that will participate in Boat Smart Super Saturday include Barkley, Cheatham, Old Hickory, J. Percy Priest, Cordell Hull, Center Hill, Dale Hollow, and Lake Cumberland.
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