HILTON HEAD SAIL AND POWER SQUADRON

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Inland Navigation Certification Program

Hilton Head Sail and Power Squadron is announcing
The Inland Navigation Certification Program
and invites all members to participate.

    This Program has been developed by USPS National Education in conjunction with and approval from the US Coast Guard and State Boating Administrators, and it complies with United Nations Resolution #40, International Certificate of the Operation of Pleasure Craft.    This certification is the 1st level leading to Coastal Navigation and Offshore Navigation.    Inland pertains to rivers, lakes, ICW and coastal up to 2 NM offshore.

Benefits of Certification include:

            Verifiable Boating Certification Credentials
            Recognition as an accomplished recreational boater
            Boating proficiency and confidence
            Sharpened emergency preparedness
            Easier chartering in the US and Caribbean
            Join cadre of Squadron members with certification

Requirements for Certification are:

            3 USPS Courses-
                        Seamanship
                        Engine Maintenance                                       
                        Marine Electrical Systems

            4 USPS Seminars-*
                        How to Use a Chart
                        Onboard Weather Forecasting
                        VHF & VHF/DSC Seminar
                        Using GPS Seminar
                        * Sail Trim & Rig Tuning Seminar required for sailboat operation
                       
            Underway Skill Demonstration of:
                        Basic Boat Handling
                        Use of Fire Extinguishers

            Substitutions of equivalent prior boating education and/or experience possible

            Cost savings for signing on to Certification Program; Couples discount

            Classes begin October 22nd @ 7 pm at the S.H.A.R.E. Center Pope Avenue

For information to begin your Inland Navigator Certification
Contact Helen Kola (682-3614) or John Kern (681-8121) 

 


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