Basic Powerboat Cruising
Saturday & Sunday | 9:00am - 5:00pm
This 16-hour on-the-water course is completely hands-on, designed for mariners who want to learn how to safely operate a powerboat larger than 30ft and improve their boat handling skills. This course focuses on how to responsibly operate a twin screw powered cruising vessel during daylight hours within sight of land in light to moderate wind and sea conditions.
On-the-Water Sessions:
- Advanced Docking
- Team coordinated leaving & returning to a slip
- Dense harbor maneuvers
- Open water boat control
- Visual piloting
- Intermediate anchoring
- Securing a large vessel
Classroom Sessions:
- Liveaboard marine systems
- Inboard engine checks
- Twin screw maneuvering concepts
- Emergency procedures
- Deck Safety
- COLREGS
Additional Details:
Ages: 16-Adult
Certification Earned: US Powerboating Basic Cruising Certificate
Cost: $850 (includes all books and materials needed)