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Americas Boating Course – 3
NASBLA safe boating course, N.C. boat/PWC license
Four-part course with a final exam on
Thursdays, September 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th , October 6th, 2022
6:30 PM until 8:30 PM
Polo Park Community Center
1850 Polo Road Winston-Salem, NC 27106
$28 for the ABC-3 book and exam
Contact Kin Cartrette @ scoutingplus@aol.com or (336) 413-6490
Register: www.wssps.org
Winston-Salem Sail and Power Squadron Syllabus:
September 8th - Chapter 1, “Getting Started”, “Required Safety Equipment”, “Going Boating”.
September 15th – Chapter 2, “Navigation Rules”, “Navigation Aids”, “Lights and Sound Signals”, “Government Regulations”.
September 22nd – Chapter 3, “Finding Your Way”, “Anchoring”, “Adverse Conditions and Emergencies”, “Communications Afloat”.
September 29th – Chapter 4, “Water Sports Safety”, “Trailering”, “PWC Operation”, “Knots and Lines”.
October 6th – Review and Proctored Examination.__________________________________________
Classes |
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“Come for the Boating Education....Stay for the Friends.” |
We offer numerous courses throughout the year starting with the ABC Course. Our Seminars on such things as GPS, Weather and using your VHF radio are for both members and non-members. Our Advanced grade courses are offered to members only and include such classes as Piloting, Advanced Piloting, Junior Navigation, Navigation and a number of Elective courses. Check regularly to see what courses are scheduled so you can sign up early. As a new feature this year, members of WSSPS are encouraged to take any of these classes as a "self study" effort as we will assign to you a member of the squadron to act as a tutor. |
Send an e-mail
to Education@ wssps.org for contact information for specific classes.
Someone will contact you shortly after receiving your message. |
Preregistration preferred for courses at www.USPS.org Call 336-277-7119 {week days) or 336-785-0996 (nights and weekends ) for more information. |
Piloting |
The Piloting course is the first in the sequence of USPS courses on navigation, covering the basics of coastal and inland navigation. This all-new course focuses on navigation as it is done on recreational boats today and embraces GPS as a primary navigation tool while covering enough of traditional techniques so the student will be able to find his/her way even if their GPS fails. The course includes many in-class exercises, developing the student’s skills through hands-on practice and learning. |
Sail |
Sail covers everything from the basic elements of how a sailboat works to sail trim, rig tuning and sailboat racing. |
Advanced Piloting |
Advanced Piloting covers more advanced coastal navigation techniques, navigation in tides and currents, and more advanced GPS usage. |
Marine Electrical Systems |
Marine Electronics covers installation and maintenance of both boat electrical systems (AC and DC) and marine electronics (VHF radio, radar, GPS, etc). |
Cruise Planning |
Cruise Planning covers topics of interest for anyone planning a cruise – whether for just a weekend or for a year – including preparation and planning, anchoring, security, chartering, and cruising either inside or outside the US. |
Seamanship |
Seamanship covers basic deck seamanship, marlinspike (knots and ropes), anchoring and rafting, basic boat care and maintenance, and nautical and USPS customs and etiquette. |
NC Boater Certification Required:
NC boaters under the Age of 26, to use 10HP or more require certification.
Power Squadron ABC course is the best way to get your certification.
NC Boater Certification Required:
NC boaters under the Age of 26, to use 10HP or more require certification.
The NC Wildlife Resources Commission has free courses.
Click here to find a Wildlife Resources Commission's Boating Education course.
Alternatly, for a fee, there is an online course by BoaterExam.com Would you like a local Vessel Safety Check?
eMail Gary: VSC@ WSSPS.org
USCG National Vessel Safety Check