Safe Powerboat Handling

2550 S. Ashland Ave,Chicago IL 60608

21 May, 2022

Description

Two days, hands-on, on the water training. Saturday & Sunday, 9 am to 4 pmThis 14-hour hands-on, on-the-water course is for anyone who wants to learn how to safely operate a powerboat and improve their boat handling skills on actual boats. The US Coast Guard has approved this course and recognizes it as a standard in boat handling. Classroom sessions and on-the-water sessions totaling six to eight hours each, covering required education topics in which students learn: On-the-Water Sessions Starting proceduresDockingLeaving & returning to a slipClose-quarters maneuversSteering a rangeProceeding to a destinationPerson in Water rescueEngine & electrical systemsClassroom Sessions Safety, prep & weatherManeuvering conceptsRegistration & capacitiesEquipment requirementsPrep & fueling proceduresNavigation and rules of the roadAids to navigationEnvironmental regulations-------------------------------------- Prerequisites: none Ages 12-Adult Certification(s) Earned: US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling certificate Cost: $600 which includes all books and materials needed