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We take the classes to school, too. Poolside training for youngsters.
   

2008
Schedule of Classes for the
USCG Auxiliary Safe Boating Classes
"About Boating Safely "
and
"Boating Skills and Seamanship"

In addition, a new 6 hour seminar,
"GPS For Mariners"

    Please contact Pete Lore, FSO-PE to enroll.  727-517-0049 

Date
Course
Duration
Time
Cost
Jan. 19, 2008
ABS
1 Saturday
8:00am - 5:00pm
$40.00
Feb. 16, 2008
ABS
1 Saturday
8:00am - 5:00pm
$40.00
Mar. 22, 2008
ABS
1 Saturday
8:00am - 5:00pm
$40.00
Apr. 19, 2008
ABS
1 Saturday
8:00am - 5:00pm
$40.00
May 17, 2008 GPS 1 Saturday 9:00 am - 4:00pm $40.00
June 7, 2008
ABS
1 Saturday
8:00am - 5:00pm
$40.00
Aug. 9, 2008
ABS
1 Saturday
8:00am - 5:00pm
$40.00
Sept. 13, 2008
ABS
1 Saturday

8:00am - 5:00pm

$40.00
Oct 18 , 2008
ABS
1 Saturday
8:00am - 5:00pm
$40.00

Special Notice:   Successful completion of ABS or BS&S programs could increase your boating pleasure and in many cases qualify you for a discount on your boat insurance.  It is advisable that you check with your insurance agent.

Topics covered in ABS program

Chapter 1
Know your boat
Chapter 2 Before you get Underway
Chapter 3    Navigating the waterways
Chapter 4  Operating your boat or PWC safely
Chapter 5    
Legal regulations of boating
Chapter 6  Boating emergencies, what to do
Chapter 7  

Enjoying watersports with your boat

For more details on the ABS program, use this LINK


Topics covered in BS & S program

Chapter 1
Which Boat is For You
Chapter 2
Equipment for Your Boat
Chapter 3
Trailering Your Boat
Chapter 4
Handling Your Boat
Chapter 5
Navigation Aids
Chapter 6
Navigation Rules
Chapter 7
Inland Boating
Chapter 8
Boating Safety
Chapter 9
Introduction to Chart Navigation
Chapter 10
Powering Your Boat
Chapter 11
Lines & Knots for Your Boat
Chapter 12
Weather & Boating
Chapter 13
Your Boat's Radio

For more details on the B.S. & S. program, see this LINK


Topics covered in the "GPS for Mariners" seminar

Section 1 GPS, How It Works
Section 2 Your GPS Receiver
Section 3 Practical GPS Navigation
Section 4 GPS Navigation Tips
Section 5 Resources and Summary

For more details on the "GPS For Mariners" seminar, see this LINK

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