Venice Auxiliary Courses for 2024

Most courses will be offered virtually however there are two (2) in person classes this year.  If you have questions or would like more info on when in person classes will resume, call Judi at 941-492-5904 

BOAT AMERICA/BOATING SKILLS AND SEAMANSHIP
Info: Course is held virtually over 5 sessions on Mondays and Thursdays 6pm-9pm
Fee: $40 for the class and $20 for the book

Registration:       Click here to register.

PAY ONLINE:       Click here to pay online.

BOAT AMERICA/BS&S 2025 Class Dates

January 6,9,13,16,20, 6-9pm, M,Th
February 3,6,10,13,17, 6-9pm, M,Th
March 3,6,10,13,17,20,24, 6-9pm, M,Th
(in-person class--7 sessions)
April 7,10,14,17,21, 6-9pm, M,Th (cancelled)
May 5,8,12,15,19, 6-9pm, M,Th
June 2,5,9,12,16, 6-9pm, M, Th
July 7,10,14,17,21, 6-9pm, M,Th
August  TBA
September 8,11,15,18,22, 6-9pm,M,Th
October 6,9,13,16,20,23,27, 6-9pm, M,Th
(in-person class--7 sessions)
November 3,6,10,13,17,, 6-9pm

SUDDENLY IN COMMAND
Info: Course is held virtually Thursdays 7pm-9pm
Registration:  Click here to register

2025 Class Dates: January 23, April 24, Sept 25

GPS FOR MARINERS
Info: Course is held in-person, Wednesday-Friday 6pm-9pm
Fee: $40 plus the cost of the book
Registration:  Click here to register      

2025 Class Dates--GPS

February 19,20,21

November 19,20,21

At this time, all classes are $40 per person and there are no refunds for missed classes, but you can take the same class at a later date.

If you prefer to pay by check--Checks are made out to VENICE USCG AUX Fl 86 and may be mailed to Judi Bidwick, 547 Park Estates Square, Venice, Florida 34293 

DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED LATER:

BOAT AMERICA--8-12 HOURS (over multiple days)

PADDLING AMERICA—Kayaks, Canoes, Stand-up Paddleboards--1 DAY 

BASIC COASTAL NAVIGATION/WEEKEND NAVIGATOR--TBA

Youth Classes are held by request
Weekend Classes can be arranged for groups

Please call for information:  Judi Bidwick  941-492-5904