We allow patrons to take the online Boating License test free of charge at the Library, proctored by our Special Services Librarian and other staff!
In order to schedule a time for the exam, please call ahead at (931) 684-7323 to make an appointment or use the contact form below.
You will need to have your boating permit prior to the exam time to present to the Special Services Librarian. Free practice books for the boating exam are available for pickup at the front desk! If you do not pass your first attempt at the exam, you will be allowed a second attempt that day as long as time permits.
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Website Accessibility Statement
Shelbyville - Bedford County Public Library is fully committed to providing accessible facilities, elements and
channels of communication to all members of the public. As part of this commitment, Shelbyville - Bedford County Public Library
has a policy of providing an accessible website compatible with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1) and
commercial screen reading software. All features of the website are coded to allow individuals with vision and
other impairments to understand and use the website to the same degree as someone without disabilities. We welcome
feedback and can often resolve issues in a timely manner if they arise.
If you need any special assistance or accommodations:
Shelbyville - Bedford County Public Library has designated a compliance officer for website disability-related accommodations.
The compliance officer has received training in website accessibility and updates the site in accordance with those best
practices. Contact our accessibility officer to report an issue.
Compliance Procedures and Reports
In addition to testing with users with a wide range of disabilities and coding our website to WCAG standards,
Shelbyville - Bedford County Public Library regularly scans its website to ensure ongoing compliance, and makes timely
changes to any inaccessible changes, if any are found.
Linked Documents and Third Parties
Please note that this site may link out to third-party websites, such as state or federal agencies, that do
not have accessible content. This site may also include documents provided by third parties included in our
agenda packets, for example. While we cannot control the accessibility of content provided by third parties,
we are happy to assist any member of the public with reading and accessing content on our site.
