Coast Gaurd Safety Class

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03-11-2003, 08:27 AM

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Iggy

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I took the Power Squadron course back in 1967.
I will retake it this fall and take the wife too. I'd do it sooner but the wife still has college classes to finish.

03-11-2003, 08:28 AM

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I also took the Power Squadron's 8-week course in early '98 after I bought my first boat (24' Baja). Excellent course. Only missed one question that had to do with identifying blow-boats. Who cares what type it is, all I need to know is that they have the right of way under sail.

Recommend everyone take one - whether it's the one day, 8 week or on-line course.

Patti

03-11-2003, 02:00 PM

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I am taking it this year. A fellow OSO member will be the instructor. I think it is VERY important to take this class.

03-11-2003, 03:21 PM

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Re: Coast Guard Safety Class

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Originally posted by GO4BROKE
How many people take the Coast Guard "Safety and Boating Skills" course? I took it in '96 and learned a fair amount, and save $100 a year on my insurance. My wife is taking it (and I am re-taking) starting tomorrow. The only cost is $40 for books. Just wondering who else bothers.

I did the same as you. Took it the first time in '85 and took it again with my wife in 92. As soon as my son can read a little better, he is 7, I'll be taking it again with him.