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Our Boating Courses are a traditional civic service of the United States Power Squadrons. Since 1914 local squadrons have presented courses to anyone who wished to attend—to date more than 3 million people. Learning to boat safely is important and the increased knowledge will enhance your safety on the water and your enjoyment of the sport. America's Boating Course (ABC) is designed to be useful to every type of boater - inboard, outboard, sail, PWC, anglers, and hunters. All boaters should learn about nautical rules and regulations, and skippers should learn and respect traditional boating courtesies. The course are meant to be of interest to the entire family; older children are welcome. We encourage your family to attend as a group. There are homework questions at the end of each section to assist retention of the information presented. Successful completion of the exam makes graduates more knowledgeable boaters and typically qualifies them for reduced insurance rates. The courses are also approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA). NASBLA approved courses are recognized throughout the United States. Our current schedule of safe boating courses is listed below. For reservations or to obtain informaiton. If our instructor led courses do not fit your schedule, America's Boating Course is available for home study (more information below.) In addition to the course material, a fellow boater in your area from either USPS® or the CG Auxiliary will contact you with an offer of assistance regarding state regulations, taking a final exam, and answering any other questions you may have. The United States Power Squadrons® and the Coast Guard Auxiliary are at your disposal.
USPS University – Seminar SeriesUSPS University is here with new programs targeted to a range of boaters and types of boating. The hallmark of this concept is the Seminar Series. These short seminars are targeted to specific topics and needs with a two-hour format, and valuable take-away guides. Each seminar provides credits toward the Boat Operator Certification program, and credit toward elective courses. These seminars are available now.
Several more seminars are nearing completion and will be available soon, such as Knots for Mariners, Using Digital Charts, and Heavy Weather Sailing. United States Power Squadrons GuidesUnited States Power Squadrons Guides are generally short booklets that provide useful information on a variety of marine-related topics. They are available from United States Power Squadrons Headquarters by calling 1-888-FOR-USPS between 8:30AM and 4:00PM ET Monday through Friday, or on-line via the United States Power Squadrons Ship's Store. Shipping and handling costs will be added to the prices below. Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express are accepted. These same items are also available to USPS members at reduced rates through their Squadron Educational Officer. Some Guides are also available to the public at various marine supply stores and book stores. These items may be used in USPS classroom courses and seminars or for home study. Follow the link for a description of the item.
For more information, contact the squadron's education officer. |
