Boating

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• Applying for SBC, CPWO, Temporary and Duplicate Certificates

  How do I apply for my SBC or CPWO?

• DEEP Processing Offices

  DEEP Processing Offices for Safe Boating Certificates (SBC) and Certificates of Personal Watercraft Operation (CPWO).

• Homeland Security

  Boaters can help keep Connecticut's waterways safe and secure.

• Teak Surfing and Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

  When teak surfing, in addition to the very obvious danger of swimmers being near moving propellers there is a less obvious danger of carbon monoxide poisoning.

• Safe Waterskiing Endorsement

  Information about who needs a safe waterskiing endorsement in Connecticut and how to get one.

• If Found Sticker

  The "If Found" sticker for manually propelled and other non-registered boats was designed to help save lives, recover missing property, and reduce the time, effort and resources expended on non-emergency search and rescues.

• Trailering Safety

  Your trailer is an important part of your boating equipment. It should be the proper size and length to fit your boat.

• Personal Flotation Devices

  Most adults need an extra 7 to 12 pounds of buoyancy to keep their heads above water. A PFD can provide that extra lift to keep you afloat until help comes.

• Boating Safety

  Although there are inherent risks in virtually any sport, a well-educated boater who uses common sense and courtesy on the water contributes to everyone's safety and enjoyment.

• Latest News

• Marine Event Permits

  Written permission must be obtained at least thirty (30) days in advance for a marine event to be held on Connecticut waters if the event involves one or more of a specific list of conditions.

• Boating Permits

• Water Ski Slalom Course or Jump Permit

  A permit is required to install a water ski slalom course or jump.

• Regulatory Marker Permit

  A permit is required to place any swim area, speed zone, danger area, or information markers, i.e. buoys or beacons (signs).

• Navigation Marker Permit

  A permit is required to mark a navigation channel with buoys or beacons (signs).