Basics
Missouri now
requires that all boat operators born after January
1, 1984 must obtain a certificate showing completion of a certified
boating safety course. Those who successfully complete the final examination
will be presented a certificate that can be used to obtain the state required
documents. Presentation of this
certificate to your insurance carrier will usually result in a reduction in
boat insurance premium.
…and
Beyond
This
course which exceeds our shorter classes presented at various times of the year
goes beyond the state minimum requirements and is for those interested in an in
depth understanding of the art of boating. This will include the following subjects:
· WHICH BOAT IS FOR YOU?
· EQUIPMENT FOR YOUR BOAT
· TRAILERING YOUR BOAT
· INLAND BOATING
· HANDLING YOUR BOAT
· YOUR "HIGHWAY" SIGNS
· THE RULES OF THE NAUTICAL ROAD
· INTRODUCTION TO NAVIGATION
· POWERING YOUR BOAT
· LINES AND KNOTS FOR YOUR BOAT.
· WEATHER AND BOATING
· YOUR “BOATS RADIO”
· BOATING SAFETY
· PRESENTATION BY THE MISSOURI WATER PATROL
The 2012 BOATING SKILLS & SEAMANSHIP CLASS will be eight two (2)
hour sessions, every Tuesday starting on January 31 at 7:00 pm in the meeting room of the Camdenton
Library, Camdenton, Missouri. The class will be limited to 20
students.
There will be a $30.00 fee for the
textbook, study guide and class materials but family members willing to share
the text will have $ 5.00 additional cost per person
Instructors will include both Coast Guard
Auxiliary members and local boating experts with over 100+ combined years of
boating experience.
To reserve a position or if you have any
questions call Bill Mueller at (573) 347-2458. Registrations at the door on
January 31st will be accepted.
Bill Mueller, Flotilla Commander 30-05 (573) 347-2458 or click on the link on right to sign up
