Boating And Water Safety/education | Ohio Department Of Natural Resources
360 East State Street, Athens, OH 45701
Eligibility
State of Ohio residents.
Required documents
Hours
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.
(877) 426-2837
Voice
Websitehttp://[email protected]
Application process
Call or visit website for information.
Fees
Varies with license/permit requested.
Service area
Logan County, Ohio
Licking County, Ohio
Fairfield County, Ohio
Gallia County, Ohio
Delaware County, Ohio
Jackson County, Ohio
Belmont County, Ohio
Marion County, Ohio
Muskingum County, Ohio
Coshocton County, Ohio
Washington County, Ohio
Guernsey County, Ohio
Ross County, Ohio
Morgan County, Ohio
Union County, Ohio
Morrow County, Ohio
Perry County, Ohio
Meigs County, Ohio
Hocking County, Ohio
Pike County, Ohio
Madison County, Ohio
Noble County, Ohio
Pickaway County, Ohio
Fayette County, Ohio
Scioto County, Ohio
Monroe County, Ohio
Vinton County, Ohio
Franklin County, Ohio
Knox County, Ohio
Champaign County, Ohio
Lawrence County, Ohio
Athens County, Ohio
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.
Last assured
12/10/2025
Providing organization
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.