Learn how to stay safe while boating. Classes are forming now. Brigantine Flotilla 85 of the US Coast Guard Auxiliary will teach you how to be safe while out on the water.
All operators of power vessels and personal watercraft (Jet Ski, Wave Runner, etc) on waters of the State of New Jersey, regardless of age, are now required to possess a boating safety certificate.
Register NOW. ‘Boat Safety’ classes in Brigantine throught-out Spring & Summer 2016. Classes held at Brigantine Beach Community Center.
The safe operation of a boat is significantly dependent upon the mariner’s level of knowledge, skill, judgment, and maturity. If any one of these factors is lacking, it can easily result in a marine accident.
One of the most dangerous attitudes a mariner can possess is to think he or she knows it all.
Our level of confidence should be equal to our level of knowledge and skill.
- $60 prepaid registration is required
- Each class runs for eight hours
- Lunch is provided
- Classes taught by qualified US Coast Guard Auxiliary instructors
- Upon passing test at day’s end, NJ Boating Safety Certificate is issued.
- Class size is limited, register now.
Call 609-926-7607 or email Safely@Comcast.net
Saturday BOAT SAFETY Class Dates in Brigantine.
- April 9
- May 14
- June 11
- July 9
- August 13
The class is a must for all beginning boaters and a great refresher on boating safety for operators of all experience levels. Among the topics to be covered are proper use of life jackets, required safety equipment, and the U. S. Aids to Navigation System including types of buoys and beacons.
Boating law and procedures for handling boating problems such as hypothermia, boating accidents, man overboard recovery and running aground will also be covered.
Taking a boating safety class is a great family activity and is open to all 13 years old and over. Brigantine Beach Community Center located at 265 42nd St. in Brigantine.
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