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Any suggestions in Massachusetts? I would like night classes for a couple weeks. All I can find is a 9 straight day/night class from sea school, or a 7 week class from NE Maritime. I would rather a 2 or 3 week class. Anybody have good luck in the Mass, CT area?
However, if you were to go to the Baldwin, New York location, I believe they offer all day classes Monday thru Sunday. Call 1-800-435-3393 to verify...
I know there are classes in New London and Noank.
I wanted to take the course last winter and didn't ...going to do it this year. I'll check on the times and re-post.
Dave
I went through Mystic Safe Boating when I got my license. The class is once a week. I think the program is thirteen weeks. They do rolling admission so you could join at any time.
You take their tests and don't have to take one up in Boston at the Coast Guard. I took mine in Cranston, RI but they teach in other locations in RI, CT and MA.
They were a big help when I was putting my package together. They went over everything with me so I would only have to make one trip up to Boston. It was a big help.
GBRY,
Do you have a contact person or more info on "Mystic Safe Boating" course. You said in Cranston RI...that is where I live and I have not heard of them.
Well, I decided to take the 7 Week Course at NE Maritime. It starts in Oct. I'll post my opinion, etc after completion. I liek the fact that they allowed you to take the exam in parts, and also they offered the physical, drug screen, and the CPR/FA all on site.
Well, let me tell you what I will do differently- I will be able to legally accept compensation for guide and charter services aboard my vessel. It will allow me to advertise my services legally and compete with other guide and charter services in the area. It will qualify me for the extra liability coverage that I need to put my vessel for hire. I dont intend on taking a 7 week course to have a card in my wallet. I have enough computer and networking certs to fill that role. Thanks for the concern.
Hey aquasport17! Good comeback! I know one thing, I would rather be in your boat than in DryDoc's boat. Maybe his resentment stems from an inability to simply pass the U.S.C.G. exam!
[This message was edited by Paradise on 09-11-03 at 07:10 AM.]
The phone number I have here for them is (860) 633-8868. The person who owns/runs the company is Max Fentress. You might not get him today or this weekend, I think I saw that he was going to be at the Newport Boat show this weekend.
I did the NE maritime thing last spring. It is a great program that goes beyond just passing the test. They really set you up with everything you need. They offer the CPR thing that is required, they also have someone who does the physical's, they make sure all the paperwork is done correctly, Another positive note is the fact that someone is almost always on the premises that is willing to help with any problem areas. I spent the extra 100 bucks and got my 100 ton. I may never use it but for $100 i felt it was worth it, also by going for the masters, it allows you more time to study for the final 2 tests, I know guys who stopped and did the 6 pack and they felt a little less confident before the tests than the guys who stayed for the masters. At any rate if you live in Dennis, the ride to Hyannis is not a factor, so stop by there and meet the Hurley's. Jim and his wife Leanne are really helpful people. Another nice thing about the school was the fact that they give the test right there, No ride to Boston to take the test. It is an official U.S.C.G. test, just without the stress of driving to Boston and testing with unfamiliar materials and instructors. Any way, It's the only school I have ever attended and I had a really positive experience. I met some really cool people and tuna fish regularly now with someone I met there. Good Luck
doh, just scrolled down and posted without reading everything...
Looks like your good to go, get your material early and start in on Rules of the road. If you have that part wired when you start, you should be able to stay a little bit ahead on your studies and it pays huge dividends when you run into something that slows you down.. did that make sense? My point is, go get your stuff and start reading, and studying now.. It is a very big commitment and the class moves forward whether or not everyone is up to speed. the more you have going in, the less stress you will encounter during the class. Are you doing days or nights?
Isn't it necessary to have recent sea time working on larger vessels to get a 100 Ton Masters? Another option when getting your license is to get a towing endorsement.
OUPV / Six Pack School 
