Stearns COLA is pleased to announce the scheduling of youth Watercraft Safety Classes for 2026. There are only 20 slots for each class. 

Event: Sauk River Chain of Lakes Youth Watercraft Operator Permit & Water Safety Class
Date: Wednesday, July 29 2026
Time: 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Shady's Long Shots - 17467 Fairway Circle, Cold Spring, Minnesota 56320

For details and requirements of this program and to register for this event click HERE. If you sign up and decide you cannot attend please cancel your reservation so others can attend. 

Alternatively, you can complete a certification witn the DNR’s online course: https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/boatwater/education.html.

Go hear to learn more about the Boater Education Law.