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This February, take this boating safety class online!

The Maryland Boating Safety Course is required for those who plan to operate a vessel on Maryland waters.

ONLINE Maryland Boating Safety Course
ONLINE Maryland Boating Safety Course (Abe Spergel)

MARYLAND BOATING SAFETY COURSE

Sat., February 6, 2021 - Sun., February 7, 2021


Looking for something to do to combat the winter doldrums?

Sailing is a great excuse to get out of the house during the winter months and an activity that's low-risk in terms of contact with others in the era of COVID-19. (Who knew we'd still be dealing with this virus, right?) Before going out on the water, it's important to know the basics...

Perhaps you've recently acquired a boat, or perhaps you have access to a friend's boat - either way, you probably know that you need a Certificate of Boating Safety Education, issued by the Maryland Dept. of Natural Resources.

It's simple - just register, then login with the link provided to get access to a total of nine hours of live instruction time with fully licensed members of the local U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. The course is followed by a test to be taken at your convenience - then you'll be awarded your certificate and will be ready to set sail! (There is no minimum age requirement to take this course, and you do not have to be a resident of Maryland to take this course.)

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PAY / REGISTER HERE: The course fee is $20 per student (FREE to those actively enlisted in the U.S. Military, First Responders, Sea Scouts and all Medical/Hospital staff). Be sure to email Abe at: ais1234@gmail.com, with the subject line "MD Boating Safety Course" and provide your name, street address, and DOB to be sent the link to the class. You may also call him at: (443) 504-3880 with any questions you may have.

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