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Do you own are or you in the market for a power boat? Do you know the laws of operating a boat? You and your family should learn the basics of operating it in a safe and courteous manner.
Ontario Sailing Recommended Courses
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to find a school that offers these courses.Ask an Expert: Send an email to tkirkham@sympatico.ca for any questions you have concerning Powerboat training.
On the completion of White Sail I the baoter will be able to preform the following tasks in wind speeds of 4-9 knots (8-15 km/h) where applicable.
Section I - Types of Boats
Section II - Parts of the Boat and Terminology
Section III - The Engine and hte Propulsion Unit
Section IV - Safety
Section V - Seamanship
Section VI - Weather
Section VII - Boating Regulations and Rules of the Road
Section VIII - Complementary Water Sport Guidelines
Section IX - Trailering a Boat
Section X - Preliminaries
Section XI - Maneuvering Under Power
Section XII - Making Fast and Snugging Down
Training Timeline: 2-3 weeks
On the completion of Intermediate Powerboat the boater will be able to operate safely as a skipper of a powerboat 8-12 metres with inboard an engine(s) by day in moderate wind and sea conditions.
Prerequisites
- Basic Powerboat
- VHF Restricted Radio Operator's License
- It is recommended the student have a recognized First Aid and CPR certificates
Section I - Planning
Section II - Living Afloat
Section III - The Inboard Engine
Section IV - Safety
Section V - Seamanship
Section VI - Weather
Section VII - Navigation
Section VIII - Boating Regulations and Rules of the Road
Section IX - Nautical Etiquette
Section X - Preliminaries
Section XI - Under Way
Section XII - Navigation
Section XIII - Making Fast and Snugging Down
Training Timeline: 2-3 weeks
The basic requirement is to successfully obtain a Pleasure Craft Operator Card accredited by the Canadian Coast Guard - such as the CYA "S*P*A*R*K START" program offered by an Ontario Sailing Member Club, School, Camp or Marina Advisor.
Training Timeline: 2-3 weeks