In anticipation of a summer season of boating ahead, the Wawenock Sail and Power Squadrons® will teach a one-day recreational boating safety course at the Boothbay Region YMCA on Saturday April 25, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Save the date now!

This is an eight-hour course which covers Maine boating laws, boat handling, safety equipment, rules of the road, navigation lights and buoys, trailering and protecting your boat. The course is NASBLA certified with issuance of a Boating Safety Certificate upon passing the course exam. In addition, many boat insurance companies offer premium discounts for completion of this course - so start out your boating adventures as a ready and informed operator.

To ensure classroom space and materials, pre-registration for this popular course is required by Thursday, April 10. Cost is $77 per student or $102 for couples sharing materials.

To register contact: Rob Whitehouse, Squadron Education Officer at WhitehouseUSPS@gmail.com or 207-208-7343.