Boating Course
Canadian Power & Sail Squadrons' premier course for the
recreational boater.
For
those who want to learn how to use their boat more extensively, Boating
is a full-scale night school course. In addition to chart
interpretation and course plotting this course teaches respect for the
forces of nature and others and the practice of safe,
environment-friendly boating.
Successful
completion of the supervised, accredited exam will allow operators to
obtain the Canadian Coast Guard Pleasure Craft Operator Card.
Successful completion of Boating also qualifies you for CPS Membership.
Fall 2007
October 2 -
January 15 (Tuesdays)
Winter 2008
January 22 –
April 29 (Tuesdays)
To
guarantee
your space, Pre-Registration is required and can be arranged by
contacting the Training
Officer or by calling
416-657-2765.
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HIGHLIGHTS
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Characteristics of Boats
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Licensing &
Registration
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Mandatory & Optional
Equipment
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The Magnetic Compass
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Preparing To Launch
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Ropes, Lines & Knots
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Handling Under Power or
Sail
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Weather
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Skipper's Responsibilities
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Marine Rules of the Road
- Collision Regulations
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The Canadian Aids To
Navigation System
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Global Positioning &
Charts
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Navigation
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Conning
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Plotting & Labelling
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Cruising Single-handed
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Anchors & Anchoring
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Emergencies
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DURATION
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26 - 39 hours of
instruction + exams over 14 evenings.
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COST
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$225 - Includes manuals,
CPS plotter, dividers, CPS & CCG exams & all relevant
government publications.
Family package rate of
$325 for two people who live at the same address and are
willing to share materials.
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