On Saturday, June 6th, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) will conduct a Boater Education Course at the Jackson Parish Ambulance Service District (JPASD) Training Center, located at 115 Watts Street in Jonesboro, LA. It is recommended to register now for the course as space is limited to the first 35 applicants. To register, click here or go to https://louisianaoutdoors.com/events/195578.

The course conducted by John Miller will run from 9:00 am – 6:00 pm, with lunch provided by Caney Lake Community Foundation.

This FREE boating course includes information on choosing a boat, classifications, hulls, motors, legal and equipment requirements, navigation rules, navigation charts, trailering, sailboats, and related subjects that include canoeing, personal watercraft, and more. Participants who complete the course will receive a Boater Education Certificate.

Anyone born on or after January 1, 1984, must have this certification to operate a boat.