*Notice... this class is held online and you will also be required to organize several days in the field to practice certain elements.

THIS CLASS IS FOR ALL BOATERS REGARDLESS OF VESSEL TYPE:
POWER, SAIL OR PWC

Please read below and then contact us for additional information:

FSO-PE Carol Davis (cell: 818-997-4444) or send us an email: Flotilla49@gmail.com

If you are serious about boating as an owner, worker, visitor of a boat owner, or just want to be comfortable aboard a vessel and find out more in depth information... this is the class for you! 

We highly suggest you have taken either the ABS (About Boating Safety) or the SIC (Suddenly In Command) Courses because they are excellent into to Boating (101).

• Course Overview: Comprehensive Course
• Duration: 30 - 40 hours (Class and Practice)
• Level: 1 to 3 
• Homework: YES
• Math: A bit
• Practical Skills: Yes, but you will have lots of guidance 
• Materials we will supply: Textbook, Study Materials, Training Charts
• Materials you will supply: Charts, Charting Tools (we can help you if needed)

The U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary's Boating Skills and Seamanship (BS&S) course is a comprehensive course designed for both the experienced and the novice boater. The course, now in its 14th edition, consists of 8 core required two hour lessons plus five elective lessons, providing up-to-date knowledge for handling boats in all conditions.

Topics Include:

• The Language of Boating and being on the Water
• Boats, their designs, equipment & legal requirements
• Legal Considerations
• Where you boat and things to consider
• Boat Handling; In the Water, On a Trailer, and PWC's
• Navigation, Rules of the Road and the Law
• Knots and other things you really should know
• Electronics for your Boat (Navigation, Communication & Operation)
• Weather
• Safety & Security
• Visitors, Liveaboard and other essential items to know