America’s Boating Course News

Approved by NASBLA (North American State Boating Law Administrators) and accepted in all fifty states. Completion of this course earns the IL DNR Boat Operator’s Certificate which is required for all unsupervised boat operators between 12 and 18 years old.

Taught by certified and experienced instructors - members of the Land of Lincoln Power Squadron , a unit of the United States Power Squadrons ®

Boaters of any age will benefit from completion of the America’s Boating Course. Besides lowering the chances of being involved in a water-borne accident, course graduates will be eligible for insurance discounts offered by most insurance companies.

In Taylorville:
Classes will be held on Monday nights at the Taylorville Fire Department beginning March 28, 2011.
Class times: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM for seven weeks. March 28, 2011 through May 14, 2011
Call: 494-8455 or 553-0912 to register.

In Springfield:
Classes will be held on Tuesday nights at the CWLP Training Center (east of the power plant) beginning March 29, 2011 through May 15, 2011. Class times: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM for seven weeks. Call: 494-8455 or email LLPSSEO@hotmail.com to register.

The 12-hour course exceeds state requirements and includes topics such as:

- Getting Started - Navigational Rules & Aids

- State & Local Regulations - Anchoring & Communications

- Adverse Conditions/Emergencies - Trailering

- PWC Operations - Knots & Lines

- Required Safety Equipment - Charts & Navigation

Course Cost: $35.00 for books & materials

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