Seamanship

This class will help the boater gain a broader understanding of the marine environment and will help in developing basic skills needed for the safe operation of their boat. This course will include how to read local weather patterns, obtain and interpret current weather information, an understanding of waves and tides and their effects on boating, applying the international and inland Rules of the Road, recognizing and understanding the Aids to Navigation, practice tying common knots, and proper line handling.