Boating Safely is an interactive course covering the basics of boat handling and safety. Topics covered include an introduction to boating, boating laws and safety, navigation rules and markers, boat maintenance and storage, trailering and use of boats for sports (water skiing, hunting, fishing, PWCs, river boating, etc.) Participants receive a course manual, interactive CD and a USCGA certificate upon successful completion. Many insurance companies offer discounts for successful completion of this course.

• Session 1: Saturday, February 9, 2008; 10am - 6pm
  Location: Gander Mountain - Eden Prairie
  (12160 Technology Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55344 [map])
  
• Session 2: Saturday, April 21, 2008; 10am - 6pm
  Location: Gander Mountain - Blaine
  (10650 Baltimore St NE, Blaine, MN 55449 [map])
  
• Cost: $25
• Contact: For more information contact Al Watts at (612) 670-3715 or by email.

Experienced and novice boaters alike will benefit from this 8-session comprehensive course offered by certified US Coast Guard Auxiliary instructors. Topics covered include selecting and equipping boats, boat handling, navigation, "rules of the road", lines and knots, weather, boating safety and marine communication. Participants receive a comprehensive manual to accompany class instruction and a USCGA certificate upon successful completion. Many insurance companies offer discounts for completion of this course. Increase your safety, competence and pride as a boat operator by enrolling in Boating Skills and Seamanship today.

• Session 1: 8 classes held Tuesday evenings, February 19 through April 8, 2008; 6-9 PM
  Location: Gander Mountain - Eden Prairie
  (12160 Technology Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55344 [map])
• Session 2: 8 classes held Thursday evenings, April 17 through June 12, 2008; 6-9 PM
  Location: The General, St Paul Yacht Club on Harriet Island
  (375 Water Street, St Paul, MN 55107 [map])
• Session 3: 8 classes held Monday evenings, April 21 through June 9, 2008; 6-9 PM
  Location: Gander Mountain - Blaine
  (10650 Baltimore St NE, Blaine, MN 55449 [map])
  
• Cost: $55
• Contact: For more information contact Al Watts at (612) 670-3715 or by email.