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Welcome Aboard
We are boaters and active members of the Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons.
From
kayakers to operators of larger power and sail boats.
If
you are interested in Boating Courses, we would like to help.
-Why take an in- classroom course when it’s easy
to do it ‘on-line’?
-Yes, you
can get your PCOC (Pleasure Craft Operators Card) on- line. - OK
But- will you have enough boating knowledge to keep you and your family
safe when that unexpected emergency happens?
- Emergencies are always unexpected.
If you choose an in- classroom course, you get to ask
questions when something isn't quite clear.
You discuss
boating issues with fellow students and experienced instructors.
Boaters
love to share their experiences, the good, the bad and the ugly. We discuss
what we did wrong so you don’t do the same.
- You can have a few laughs on us. We don't
mind, we're boaters.
You
get to use and understand boating aids such as a real ships compass
and other nautical aids.
Of course this wouldn't apply to you, but here is what we find with
folks that have obtained their PCOC on- line, and then register for more
advanced courses.
Most don't recall basic boating issues they need to
know -in order to keep themselves, their families and friends’ safe on
the water. - Safety equipment required on board, the buoyage system, marine
rules of the road, etc.
Approximately 85% of boating deaths occur in Canada's fresh waterways,
according to a 10-year study by the Canadian Red Cross published last year.
- All preventable with proper training.
Even small lakes can turn ugly very quickly. Our weather course will
help you 'read the signs',
so you
can react in time.
Be prepared
Knowledge
gained through in-classroom courses will ensure that you or someone in your family
doesn’t become a statistic.
Check out our in- class
Boating courses. We are here to help
you enjoy your time on the water with confidence, and return safely to the
dock.
Some student feedback:
"Mike
and I would highly recommend the Boating Course* to any or all novice
boaters, would-be boaters or curiously seekers."
"Honestly, Mike and I were completely
blown away by the outstanding teaching and top level information we
received. Thanks really goes to all your volunteers. Truly impressive!"
Mary Vanders Woude,
Guelph
* the "Boating Course" Is now "
Boating 2 -after PCOC " (2016)
"Guys, I want to thank
you for your great courses. I will be putting all to practice in the
coming few days; a departure from Toronto to New York, and then on to the
Azores, Portugal likely after that. I may get few sun shots in.
Thanks again,"
Grant Henry
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