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Benefits of Completing our Public Courses
Persons who
successfully complete America's Boating Course, Third Edition may qualify for
membership in United States Power Squadrons. As a
member, you have access to
courses and knowledge that can make you an expert.
You may also qualify for boat insurance discounts, company
discount benefits, and some yacht club privileges.
Instruction
Qualified,
enthusiastic, and experienced USPS instructors provide
instruction as an unpaid civic service. These people are able
to enhance the course material by relating their own experiences
and local knowledge. There is never a charge for instruction;
the only costs are those for materials, plus overhead costs such
as classroom rental, shipping and handling, etc. |
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Location
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ABC-3 Boating Class
(five-week course,
$35 materials fee)
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Wilcox High School (Faculty Lounge near flag pole)
Santa Clara
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Starts
Sep 27, 2011
Jan 24, 2012 CLASS CANCELLED
Apr 24, 2012
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7:00 PM |
408-
723-0619
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These Courses
Don’t Fit Your Schedule?
For a
listing of other USPS courses in the Bay area, click
here
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America's Boating Course, Third Edition |
America's Boating Course is a traditional civic service of the United States Power Squadrons organization. Since 1914, local squadrons have presented the course 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, Third Edition meets the requirements of states requiring a basic boating course in order to operate a watercraft in their jurisdiction
America's Boating Course can be taken in three ways:
- in a classroom; CD included
- on the Internet; CD and PIN included
- via home study; CD and PIN included in case you want to try the novel web-based approach to home learning
Find out more about America's Boating Course here
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GPS for
Mariners Seminar
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GPS is an indispensable navigation tool for recreational boaters. This seminar will tell you how to
use a GPS to set and keep on course on the water. We'll show actual screens and commands for Garmin GPS units. Student materials include a text, class notes, and a sixteen-page waterproof Quick Guide to GPS to keep on your boat. If you have a hand-held GPS, you are encouraged to bring it to class! |
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Paddle
Smart Seminar |
Paddle Smart covers the
unique safety challenges faced by those canoeing or kayaking,
especially boating on larger lakes and coastal waters.
Topics include:
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Basic safety equipment including Personal Flotation Devices
(life jackets)
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Navigation Rules with emphasis on kayaks, canoes, etc.
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Charts and Maps
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Homeland Security
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Weather
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Electronics including GPS, cell phones, etc.
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