What is the Certified Boater Program?

• The Certified Boater program was created to ease the inspection process for boat owners and decrease the volume of boats at decontamination stations at Canyon Ferry and Tiber Reservoirs. It allows watercraft inspectors to focus on boats traveling between many different waterbodies. 
• A Certified Boater can depart from the reservoir without going through a full inspection and hot wash if their next boating trip is on this reservoir. 
• A Certified Boater can access all OPEN boat ramps within their designated reservoir.
• Boaters must register each year to be in the Certified Boater Program.

Certified Boater Access Sites on Tiber and Canyon Ferry 

Most boat ramps located around Tiber and Canyon Ferry Reservoirs are open to “certified boaters.” The maps below indicate the current status of each boat ramp on these waterbodies. 

• Map: Canyon Ferry Reservoir Access Sites 
• Map: Tiber Reservoir Access Sites 

Completing the Certified Boater Program

To be certified for the 2018 season, you need to:

1. Choose either Canyon Ferry or Tiber as your designated area. You cannot be certified for both.
2. Download and read the Certified Boater tutorial below.
3. Take the online test. A passing score (80%) will allow you to register your watercraft(s).
   1. NOTE: Internet Explorer is not supported for the certification. Please use another browser.
4. Register your watercraft(s) online.
5. You will receive your decals in the mail within 5 working days.

Take the Test In Person

Beginning late-April you can take the test in person by visiting your local FWP regional office.

Contact Us

For general questions about the Certified Boater Program, please call (406) 444-2440 or contact your local FWP regional office.