America's Boating Course - College for Kids

For students in grades 7-12. Successful completion meets the Michigan boating education requirements for an operator permit. Students must attend ALL class sessions. Upon successful completion, students will receive a State of Michigan recognized boating card from the United States Power Squadrons.

America's Boating Course provides you with basic boating knowledge to decide what type and size boat you need, what to do when meeting another boat in a crowded waterway, and how to recognize and handle hazards. Become a more competent boater, learn from the best, and enroll in America's Boating Course today.

What's included?
Types of boats and their uses
Boating laws, both federal and state
Safety equipment, both required and recommended
Finding your way, and adverse conditions
Communications
Trailering, knots and lines, and water sports topics
Optionally, introduction to electronic navigation using paper charts and chartplotters

Course meets for four three hour sessions.

Cost: $125

Registration for the College for Kid's America's Boating Course