As Ohioans prepare to hit the water this summer, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Parks and Watercraft is joining the nationwide observance of National Safe Boating Week, Saturday, May 17 through Friday, May 23.

As boating season approaches, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) encourages boaters to prepare for safe and legal adventures on the water by completing the Ohio Boating Education Course (OBEC) this spring.