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Boating 1 – Boating Basics- Pleasure Craft Operator Card
All operators of motorized pleasure craft are required to show proof of operator competency. All you need to know for the Transport Canada test is presented in an easy to read format that is both informative and entertaining. You can be confident that this study guide meets all the standards established by Transport Canada’s Office of Boating Safety.
As an extra benefit, if you pass the test offered by Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons, your Card is recognized by BOTH Transport Canada and The National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (USA). You may contact Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons to locate a testing facility in your area.
Have crew or others who boat with you, this course will provide them with basics.
Tuesday March 21, Thursday March 23 and Tuesday March 28
Cost $60
Maritime Radio (VHF) ROC(M) + DSC
The Maritime Radio course teaches emergency radio procedures and everyday operating techniques. Learn all about the uses of marine radios, choice of frequencies, operation, phonetic alphabet, procedural words and phrases, as well as Digital Selective Calling and the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System, (DSC/GMDSS). All mariners, including recreational boaters, will want to take advantage of the many features and capabilities of this innovative form “automatic” radio. Secure your lifeline. Be sure that you and your family take the Maritime Radio course.
This complete package with CD, and the new Digital Selective Calling, will prepare you for the Restricted Operator Certificate (Maritime) with DSC Endorsement exam. To operate a maritime radio, you need the certificate. It's the law!
Saturday March 25
Cost CPS Members $100 ($80 for early registration)
$105 Coast Guard Auxiliary ($85 for early registration)
$110 non-CPS Members ($90 early registration)
Contact Squadron Education Officer Chris Holder @
captchrisholder@gmail.comto register
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