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U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary courses provide instruction to boaters at all levels, from the fundamental to the advanced.  Our courses are taught by experienced and knowledgeable instructors committed to the highest standards of the U.S. Coast Guard

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BS&S Cover The U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary's Boating Skills and Seamanship (BS&S) course is a comprehensive course designed for both the experienced and the novice boater.  The course, now in its 13th edition published in 2008, consists of 8 core required two- to four-hour lessons plus five elective lessons, providing up-to-date knowledge for handling boats in all conditions. The course also includes state specific boating laws.

BS&S adds to the ABC course the subjects of Aids to Navigation, weather, how to chart a course and night time operations. 

If you have a larger cruiser, will be operating at night on on larger bodies of water this is the course for you.

 

Every Wednesday 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
1st class on September 17th

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Americas Boating Course

This beginner boating class will give you the knowledge needed to obtain a boat license or safety certification in many states. Many boat insurance companies will offer discounts on boating insurance to boaters who successfully complete America's Boating Course.

If you are a day sailor and only operate close to home and in good weather this may be the course for you.


 
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Advanced Coastal Navigation cover

The U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary's Navigation course is a comprehensive course to prepare the boater with the knowledge needed to safely pilot a boat.  The course lessons include nautical chart reading, navigation tools, piloting skills, tides and currents, radio navigation and voyage planning

 

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The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary’s Sailing Skills and Seamanship Course (SS&S) is a comprehensive course designed for both experienced and novice sailboat operators. The course, now in its 6 th edition that was published in 2008, is divided into parts: 10 core requirement two-to four-hour lessons plus 6 elective lessons that will enhance the skills required for a safe voyage in all conditions. Request a class
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