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New to boating? Want to develop your boating skills?
Want to learn boating safety?
Now is the time to sign up for the America's Boating
Course (ABC) which begins March 1st, 7-9 pm, and is
held on Tuesdays through May 10th. Registration is
through the Madison Adult Career Center. Call
419-589-6363. The class will be held at Madison
Comprehensive High School, 600 Esley Lane, Mansfield.
This in-person class is taught by certified instructors of
the Mansfield Power Squadron (MPS) and allows you to seek
answers to your questions from knowledgeable and
experienced individuals. It is an opportunity for boaters
to increase their knowledge of boating and boating
safety. The course also meets the State of Ohio boating
education requirement.
Topics covered include:
- boating laws (state and federal)
-safety and safety equipment
-finding your way safely
-boat handling, rules of the road, navigation aids
-anchoring, docking, knots and lines
-trailering, boat maintenance
-communications
-how to handle emergencies and mechanical
problems and more
Take boating classes and reduce your risk of
accidents and injuries, save on boat insurance,
and qualify for a state boat operator certificate.
Gain the knowledge and skills you need to enjoy
your time on the water and to boat with confidence.
The Mansfield Power Squadron (MPS) is a local
nonprofit, aligned with America's Boating Club/
United States Power Squadron, in promoting
boating safety and education. It serves north
central Ohio.
Visit https://www.usps.org/mansfield or call
419-975-9724 for more information about the
MPS, additional advanced boating courses, how
to improve your boating skills and knowledge, or
for a complimentary vessel safety check.
Visit https://www.usps.org and https://www.americas
boatingclub.org to learn more about the United
States Power Squadron/America's Boating Club,
the largest non-profit family boating organization
in the United States.