Boat America is a boating certificate class that offers basic knowledge
needed to obtain a California Boater Card or safety certification for many
states. A certificate of completion is issued at the successful completion of
the class and will be needed to apply for the California Boater Card
(a separate application process & fee is not part of the course).
Some insurance companies will offer discounts on boating insurance to
boaters who successfully complete this course.
Topics Include
• Introduction to Boating – Types of power boats, boating vocabulary, sailboats,
paddle boats, powering boats, and engine types.
• Boating Law – Boat registration, regulations, hull identification numbers,
required safety equipment, Federal boating law, state boating law, and
reporting accidents.
• Safety Equipment – Life jackets, fire extinguishers, sound-producing devices,
visual distress signals, anchors, and other safety equipment.
• Safe Operation and Navigation – Buoys and beacons, aids to navigation,
navigation rules, docking, and the dangers of alcohol on the water.
• Boating Emergencies – Hypothermia, boating accidents, man overboard,
capsizing, emergency radio calls, carbon monoxide dangers, and weather.
• Trailering – Types of trailers, lights, hitches, towing a trailer.
• Sports and Boating – Water-skiing, hunting and hunting gear, PWC operation,
and other boating tips.
Course Payment Options
Upon registering, a PayPal link will be provided, but cash or check will also be
accepted. This is a popular course due to requirements to obtain and have the
California Boater Card when operating many popular recreational watercraft –
register early to reserve your seat.
Directions to King Harbor Yacht Club (KHYC)
Enter from Yacht Club Way through the Marina's parking gate, turn right at the Stop
Sign and continue along that road to the second control gate, press the silver button
on the entry box to enter into the Club's parking area. Park, lock and come into the
class on the lower floor
Contact:
Eric De Cuir
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310-849-2044
310-375-8049
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