The Martha’s Vineyard Coast Guard Auxiliary will hold a Safe Boating Class in Jan. 28 at the West Tisbury fire station. The comprehensive course is designed for all boaters, both beginners and experts, with topics ranging from boating law, safety equipment, navigation and what to do in boating emergencies.
The course, newly designed and reviewed by the Coast Guard, also covers rules and regulations that even experienced captains may not know, including a new law requiring engine shut-off switches for boats under 26-feet that took effect in April of last year. It has also been tailored for transiting the waters around Martha’s Vineyard.
The course will be held at the West Tisbury Fire Department at 454 State Road on Jan. 28 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The cost is $50 per person and includes all course material.
Students will receive a certificate of safe boating education and paperwork will be processed for a Massachusetts boating license. Students under 16 who complete the course will meet the state requirements for a boating license.
Preregistration by Jan. 18 is requested as space is limited.
For more information email vineyardcgaux@gmail.com.
