Miami Lakes has partnered with the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary to host Boating Safety Education courses throughout July and August. The courses will provide instruction to boaters at all levels, from the fundamental to the advanced.
Classes are taught by experienced and knowledgeable instructors committed to the highest standards of the U.S. Coast Guard.
The courses will be held at the Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue on the following dates:
Saturdays, July 11 and August 22, 9 to 11:30 a.m., “Suddenly In Command.”
Saturdays, July 25 and August 29, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., “About Boating Safety.”
“Suddenly In Command” is a 4-hour boating safety primer designed for those not generally at the helm and will help them be prepared with basics in the event of an emergency. Attendees will learn about their vessel and possible ways to minimize mishaps. The class is $10 per person.
“About Boating Safety” is a beginner boating class that will provide attendees the knowledge needed to obtain a Florida Boater’s Identification Card (required for boaters born after January 1988).
Topics will include Introduction to Boating, Boating Law, Boating Safety Equipment, Safe Boating, Navigation, Boating Problems, Trailering, Storing and Protection a Boat, and information about the Local Boating Area. The class is $30 per person.
For more information or to register for these classes, contact Edward Zaret by email at a10700609@gmail.com or call 305-586-3564.