Boating Safely Course — 8-17-13

uscgU.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 29’s Commander Pat Lindsey confirmed with lakelanier.com that their Boating Safely course scheduled for Saturday, August 17, 2013, still has a few openings.

This one-day, seven-lesson class on boating safety is extremely popular.

Sessions run from 8:30 AM until about 4:30 PM at the Coast Guard Auxiliary Operations Center, near the entrance to Aqualand Marina, 6595 Lights Ferry Road, in Flowery Branch.

The course is $40 per person, but discounts are extended for additional family members.

The course also serves as a PWC-certified course for children under 16 years old.

The benefits from the Auxiliary are significant.

Discounts on insurance premiums are offered by many companies.  Call your agent for details.

  • The Corps of Engineers at Lakes Lanier and Allatoona will give you a free one-year park pass when you show them proof that you’ve completed this approved safe boating course.  That’s a $30 value.

Take the Boating Safely Course.

Save some money … and maybe the life of a loved one.

Boating Safely Highlights

  • Know your boat
  • Before you get under way
  • Navigating the waterways
  • Operating your vessel safely
  • Legal requirements of boating
  • Boating emergencies “What to do”
  • Enjoy water sports with your boat
  • State of Georgia regulations

Information & Registration

Flotilla Commander Pat Lindsey

Click Here U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 29’s Website


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