Boating Safety Training with US Coast Guard Auxiliary

Boating Safety Training is sponsored by the US Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 56. During the training, you’ll learn:

• Know your boat – parts of the boat and terminology.
• Before you get underway- know before you go, float plans, fueling, trailering,
  launching and retrieving.
• Navigating the waterways– navigation rules, night navigation & lights,
  navigation aids, anchoring, locks & dams.
• Operating your vessel safely- Loading, trimming, handling, steering, docking,
  casting off, anchoring, PWC operations, environmental concerns and courtesy on
  the water.
• Legal Requirements – ages to operate, registration, safety, state laws.
• Boating Emergencies, What to do- risk management, boating accidents,
  personal injuries, weather emergencies, getting help and helping others.

$20 first family member; $10 each additional member; high school age students = free

Individuals who successfully complete class and pass the exam are awarded certificates and will receive a Florida State Boater’s ID card.

PLEASE REGISTER BY CONTACTING: Tom McCarty @ 401-523-2925 or email Tgm.uscgaux@gmail.com.