Oregon State Police are offering free boat inspections this month at several locations.

A team of OSP troopers will be on hand to help boat owners with voluntary vessel safety inspections, and will note any safety or legal deficiencies, and answer questions.

“Working together with our partners, the Oregon State Police Fish and Wildlife Division is looking to increase compliance with vessel safety prior to the boating season,” OSP Capt. Casey Thomas said. “This is a great opportunity for folks to get everything looked over and have a positive interaction with law enforcement.”

No reservations are necessary and boat owners can stop by during the listed dates and times. Fish & Wildlife troopers and marine deputies will also be available for questions and will have handouts and other items for kids and adults alike.

The schedule include:

• Pendleton Convention Center, 1601 Westgate Place, northwest parking lot, Sunday, May 7, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

• Baker County Fairgrounds, 2600 East St., Baker City, Saturday, May 20, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

• Ontario State Park near Ontario, Saturday, May 20, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

• U.S. Highway 26 weigh station in John Day (across from Sinclair gas station), Saturday, May 20, 9 a.m. to noon

More information about Oregon’s boating laws and regulations is available at https://www.oregon.gov/osmb/boater-info/pages/statewide-and-local-regulations.aspx.