"Float Plan - A Life Saving Device"   

This lesson is designed to teach recreational boaters how to prepare and use the USCG Float Plan, the official float plan of the U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. It can be easily sandwiched into in the Auxiliary's Boat America course or any state boating safety course. It is also ideal for presentation at business and club luncheons i.e. corporate, Rotary Club, Sertoma, Hospital, etc.

Duration: Approx. 20-30 minutes

Topics include:   

• What a Float Plan is and how it works
• Anatomy of the USCG Float Plan
• Creating your Master Copy
• How to create different types of float plans for different purposes,
• Putting the Plan in Action,
• Use of social media and more.

Contact: Division Chief, Course Management for inquiries about the course content