PUBLIC EDUCATION

The US Coast Guard Auxiliary is the most dominant single organization offering Recreational Boating Safety education, hands down! Through our combined efforts, we educate over 150,000 people every year in an effort for them share the waters in a safe manner. If you add to that total the “mini-course” taught during Vessel Safety Checks, we actually reach out to over one-quarter million of our fellow boaters annually.

Robin Freeman , Chief
Department of Education

OUR PRIMARY PUBLIC EDUCATION CLASS

America's Boating Course (ABC)

Course Outline

Lesson 1: Know Your Boat
Lesson 2: Before You Get Underway
Lesson 3: Navigating the Waterways
Lesson 4: Operating Your Boat or PWC
Lesson 5: Legal Requirements
Lesson 6: Boat Emergencies
Lesson 7: Water Sports With Your Boat

OTHER COURSES WE OFFER

• GPS For Mariners

• Basic Navigation

• Advance Navigation

• Suddenly In Command

• PWC (Personnel Water Craft)

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Courtesy Vessel
Safety Check

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