Potomac
Marine, Inc. is
pleased to present a basic boating course for boaters interested in
safety,
basic boating rules, basic seamanship and hands on experience.
All too often buyers of new boats,
whether they are large
power boats, small fishing boats, or personal watercraft, have little
or
no education in the operation of their purchase. With this in mind, Potomac
Marine, Inc. would like to offer to new buyers and families
interested
in learning about basic boating, the following :
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Six hours of
classroom instruction
and demonstration. You can gain valued information and skills needed to
help avoid accidents and expensive repairs.
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Two hours of boat
familiarization.
Operate your boat with confidence.
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How to get the
most from boating and
enjoy the Potomac River to the fullest.
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Familiarization
with the Potomac River,
charts and navigation.
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Proper boat
trailering and launching.
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Proper docking,
line handling and mooring.
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Communications,
radio operation...who
to contact and how.
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What to do in
case of an accident or
injury and how to notify the proper authorities.
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Classes are kept to a maximum of twelve students
for personalized
attention.
All instructors are U.S. Coast
Guard licensed Captains.
In addition to the course, you will receive
one free year
membership to BOAT/U.S., America's largest boating organization with
over
35 benefits and services provided.
Course Contents approved by the National Association of
State Boating Laws Administrators and
recognized
by the United States Coast Guard.
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