Boating And Water Safety/Education | Ohio Department Of Natural Resources
Division of Watercraft is responsible for boating safety, education, and law enforcement on all waters of the state. This statewide area includes the near-shore area along 451 miles of the Ohio River, approximately half the entire surface area of Lake Erie, more than 605 inland lakes, and over 60,000 miles of inland streams, rivers, and other waterways. The Division administers and enforces all laws regarding identification, numbering, titling, use, and operation of recreational boats on Ohio’s waters. It conducts water safety education programs and develops boating facilities on major water areas of the state.
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Physical Address
360 East State Street, Athens, OH 45701
Hours
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.
Voice
Website
Application process
Call or visit website for information.
Fee
Varies with license/permit requested.
Eligibility
State of Ohio residents.
Service area
Marion County, Ohio Gallia County, Ohio Pike County, Ohio Delaware County, Ohio Madison County, Ohio Jackson County, Ohio Logan County, Ohio Fairfield County, Ohio Licking County, Ohio Lawrence County, Ohio Washington County, Ohio Morgan County, Ohio Belmont County, Ohio Ross County, Ohio Guernsey County, Ohio Muskingum County, Ohio Union County, Ohio Meigs County, Ohio Noble County, Ohio Pickaway County, Ohio Monroe County, Ohio Hocking County, Ohio Athens County, Ohio Vinton County, Ohio Fayette County, Ohio Coshocton County, Ohio Knox County, Ohio Scioto County, Ohio Champaign County, Ohio Perry County, Ohio Morrow County, Ohio Franklin County, Ohio
Agency info
Ohio Department Of Natural Resources
Ohio Department of Natural Resources m mission is to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all.