Reservations are allowed from 10/3/2014 to 11/12/2014
US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Class
November 15-16, 2014
8:30am-5pm, Board Room & docks
The Race Department is offering a Safe Powerboat Handling Class for all interested St. Francis Yacht Club members and Race Committee volunteers. This hands-on course is for anyone who wants to learn how to safely operate a small-medium size powerboat or improve their existing boathandling skills. The 16 hour class is split between classroom discussion and on the water practice and is the leading powerboat curriculum in the county. The class is perfect for anyone who is interested in gaining confidence on the water in a comfortable setting and looking to have a well-rounded understanding of powerboat operations. Topics will include:
| Classroom Session |
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On-the-Water Sessions |
| Maneuvering concepts |
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Starting procedures |
| Registration & capacities |
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Leaving and returning to a dock |
| Equipment requirements |
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Close-quarters maneuvering |
| Prep & fueling procedures |
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Person in the water rescue |
| Aids to Navigation |
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Planing maneuvers |
| Engine basics |
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Approaching a mooring |
The course will be run on the club’s fleet of powerboats and taught by Race Manager Lynn M. Lynch a US Powerboat Master Instructor Trainer. Students who successfully complete the class will receive a Safe Powerboat Handling Certification (attendance at both days is required to be eligible for the certification). The cost per student is $125 and includes a continental breakfast and lunch each day as well as the course materials. Please register through the event link on the St. Francis website event calendar. Contact Lynn M. Lynch at [email protected] if you have any questions or want more information about the course.
There is some helpful pre-course material so sign up today!
**Non-member Race Committee volunteers, please email me directly to enroll.**
Reservations are allowed from 10/3/2014 to 11/12/2014