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This information is offered to the Public to promote Boating Safety
And to provide Boating related information.
Endorsement of these Sites is neither expressed nor implied unless otherwise noted.
Note: Scroll to the bottom to see BS&S Class Schedule
All links should open in a new page.
Float Plan Information and Form
A Float Plan can mean the difference between coming back safely and not coming back at all!
Click this link to learn more about filing a Float Plan and accessing a generic form that can be filled out electronically and forwarded by email.
(Links Validated 02/21/2016)
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Animated Knot tying Web Site
Need to know how to tie something down? Or secure your boat properly for a storm? This site will show you (with animation) how to tie a large variety of knots for many different applications!
Click here for the Animated Knots by Grog Web Site.
(Links Validated 03/11/2016)
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United States Coast Guard Mobile Application
For IOS and Android
Click this link to learn more about the Coast Guard's Mobile App for Boaters.
Lots of information to help you stay safe on the water!
Best of all - it's FREE!
(Links Validated 02/21/2016)
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Modern Marine Navigation Course
Ever wonder what all those buoys and markers mean? do you want to be able to chart a course to a destination you've never been to before? How about determining your location when your electronic navigation systems fail in an emergency?
Here's the answer: An online Navigation Course approved by the United States Coast Guard
and hosted by the Boat US Foundation, "Modern Marine Navigation"!
And, because you're here, you can receive a 10% discount on this course.
Simple use the Promo Code listed below.
This discount is offered by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
Promo Code: 0531901
The Regular Price is $40.00.
Your cost is only $36.00 if you use the Promo Code.
The link is: http://cgaux.org/mmn
Please NOTE:
This site will open in a new window and "should" take you directly to the Nav Course. There are other classes offered on this site, and you are more than welcome to peruse them, just understand that they are not necessarily Coast Guard approved and your discount doesn't apply.
(Links Validated 03/11/2016)
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Information regarding PA and other nearby States' Boating Regulations
Click on the following links for more information:
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Charts and Chart Information
NOAA Office of Coast Survey
(Chart Information and Chart Number 1)
Light List (Lighthouses and Buoys)
VHF-FM Marine Radio Channels and other Navigation Information
Commonly Used Recreational Channels
16 - International Distress, Safety and Calling.
09 - Boater Calling. Commercial and Non-Commercial.
06 - Intership Safety
13 - Working Channel for "most" Locks and Drawbridges.
Also Intership Navigation Safety (Bridge to Bridge)
21A - Coast Guard Liaison
22A - Coast Guard Liaison
68 - Non-Commercial (Working Channels for Recreational Boats)
69 - Non-Commercial (Working Channels for Recreational Boats)
71 - Non-Commercial (Working Channels for Recreational Boats)
72 - Non-Commercial (Working Channels for Recreational Boats)
78A - Non-Commercial (Working Channels for Recreational Boats)
Link to the U.S. Coast Guard's Navigation Center This Site provides detailed information on all of the VHF-FM Marine Channels as well as a wealth of information regarding other Navigation Support Programs.
Boating Skills and Seamanship Class
Winter 2016
Mon - 08 Feb: Chapter 01 Thu - 11 Feb: Chapter 02
Mon - 15 Feb: Snow Thu - 18 Feb: Chapter 03
Mon - 22 Feb: Chapter 05 Thu - 25 Feb: Chapter 06
Mon - 29 Feb: Chapter 07 Thu - 03 Mar: Chapters 04 & 08
Mon - 07 Feb: Chapter 09 Thu - 10 Mar: Chapter 10
Mon - 14 Mar: Chapter 11 Thu - 17 Mar: Chapter 12
Mon - 21 Mar: Chapter 13 Thu - 24 Mar: Final Review & Test
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