It’s amazing how up in cottage country even little kids seem to have an intuitive sense of how boating works. This includes everything from putting in gas, covering them up, parking, and even driving. Yet, even people who have been around motor boats their entire life will have to take a boating course in order to get their license. Since you can’t legally drive a motor boat (even the small ones!) without a license, it is essential that you take the course. However, there are other practical reasons aside from legalities that will help ensure that your time on the boat is fun and safe.