The U.S.C.G. Auxiliary Flotilla 13-1 two-day Boating Skills and Seamanship Class will be offered on Saturday, March 5th and Saturday, March 12th from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM at the Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center, 33 Quay Rd, Key West. Instructors include Captain Kathy, Captain Sean and other local Auxiliary members. Before Florida Keys boaters take to the waters, know the basics from America’s largest boating educator.

The Boating Skills and Seamanship Class covers the basics of choosing, equipping, trailering, and handling a small to mid-sized powerboat. It also addresses line handling and knot tying, chart use and navigation, the rules of the nautical road, the basics of weather on the water and radio communications. Become a safer and more confident boater on the water and sign up today. The cost of the class including materials is $55 per person or $95 for two people sharing a book. Please contact Capt. Sean to register. [email protected] or 573-619-2200