Power-Boating - The Hull Truth

Gabroo_munda · 08-19-2009, 06:53 PM

Hi,

I live in the Baltimore area and am very much interested in learning power-boating. I already have a boating safety certificate but want to spend some time with an instructor on a boat, to gain some hands-on experience. I was searching to find local boating schools but only got http://www.annapolispowerboat.com/. They charge $700, which I find is very expensive compared to similar courses being offered in NY for $200-$300. Need some suggestions as to where can I learn power-boating around MD?

Thanks
Gabroo

Fish'nFool · 08-21-2009, 02:20 PM

Since you want to learn the classroom might be a good place to start before the "hands-on" begins...

Start with the Coast Guard Auxilery Power Boating "Boating Skills & Seamanship" course. Click "Class Finder" at the top.

http://nws.cgaux.org/visitors/pe_visitor/index.html

Gabroo_munda · 08-28-2009, 10:08 AM

That is the right idea. But what after the course is over? There are no boating schools which give Hands-on training in this area.

Bruce W · 08-28-2009, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Gabroo_munda

That is the right idea. But what after the course is over? There are no boating schools which give Hands-on training in this area.

Check into a local "Coast Guard Auxiliary" - they may let you do a "ride along" on one of their patrols?

Regards,

bigjimmie · 08-29-2009, 03:15 PM

what kind of boat do you want to learn on? how many hours are included in the other course?