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Our upcoming classes are listed in the schedule of classes.
See Educational Programs for more detailed descriptions of the classes.
To register for the following classes, call the instructor listed for that class or the Squadron Education Officer, Mark Balcom, 503-644-9496, kaiulani@coho.net.
Classes Open to the General Public:
- Basic Boating Course
This is a 6-week, in-depth class in boater education. Instruction is free; however, there is a charge for the materials which include the certificate of completion for those passing the exam. This certificate more than satisfies the State of Oregon’s requirements for boater education. Classes are offered in the spring and fall. Call Rick Rafferty at 503-640-6792 for class schedule.
- Boat Smart Course
This is a three-day introductory class in boater education. Instruction is free; however, there is a charge for the materials which include the certificate of completion for those passing the exam. This certificate satisfies the State of Oregon’s requirements for boater education. Classes are offered in the spring and fall or as interest requires. Call Rick Rafferty at 503-640-6792 for class schedule.
Advanced Topic Classes:
- In the past these classes were available only to members, but due to recent policy changes they are also now available to the public. Since the later classes build on knowledge gained in the earlier ones, it is strongly suggested that they be taken in the proper order. The following classes may be offered in the fall or spring as member interest requires:
Seamanship, Piloting, Advanced Piloting, Engine Maintenance, Marine Electronics, Sail, Cruise Planning, Weather
Civic Service
Cooperative Charting: -- Call Steve Gatton at 503-620-9497 or e-mail sgatton@teleport.com for upcoming events.
- Vessel Safety Check Program: -- Call
Rick Rafferty at 503-640-6792 for information about this service.
Meetings/Cruises/Social Events:
Bridge meetings (for members only): first Wednesday of every month; see The Foghorn for time and location.
General meetings: held on the third Wednesday of each month at 1930, Christmas party in December, Change of Watch dinner in March. Program details are published each month in our newsletter, The Foghorn.
- Cruises: District 32, of which Beaverton Squadron is a part, holds monthly cruises, some combined with other local squadrons.
Roster
Is your name, address, phone, and boat name correct in our Squadron roster? If not, please call or e-mail all Steve Gatton at 503-620-9497 or e-mail sgatton@teleport.com to get it corrected before the next printing.