Langley – In a
continuing effort to educate the public about the Kyle Williams Boating Safety
Education Act, the Grand River Dam Authority has scheduled free boater
education courses on certain Saturdays, April through July, at the new GRDA
Ecosystems and Education Center in Langley.
The courses will be held from 8 AM to 5 PM on the following
Saturdays:
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May 14
·
June 11, 18
·
July 23
The Kyle Williams Act prohibits
children between the ages of 12 and 16 years of age; without a valid driver’s
license, from operating any vessel powered by a motor of more than 10
horsepower, or sailing vessel 16 feet or longer, without first completing a
state approved boater safety course. Children in this age group are also
required to have a certificate documenting their course completion. Fines for
violating the Kyle Williams Act range from $50 to $500.
GRDA’s courses will provide the necessary safety
certification for these age groups. However, adults are also encourage to take
attend a course
Although the courses are free,
participants must register at least one week prior to class date by contacting
Lori Starks at (918) 256 – 0644.
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Grand
River Dam Authority News Release
Contact:
Justin Alberty
Corporate
Communications Director
Grand
River Dam Authority
(918)
256 5545