In the spirit of Safe Boating Week, the United States Sail & Power Squadron will offer America’s Boating Course on Saturday, Oct. 17 between 7:15 a.m. and 5 p.m.

The Boothbay Region YMCA in Boothbay Harbor is host of this marathon, one day four-session class.

The most comprehensive in-person course available, America’s Boating Course gives you the skills to enjoy being on the water with confidence. This boater safety class is taught by certified teachers and meets most states’ certification requirements. An NASBLA examination given at the end of time is included.

Cost is $55, which includes materials and refreshments. See website address for registering: https://www.usps.org/index.php/sss-home

Class size is limited so please register before mid-September.

Some of the topics covered are:

• Safety equipment

• Boat handling

• Navigation rules

• Finding your way

• Water sport safety

• Trailering

• Personal watercraft

Whether you are young or old, a hunter, a fisherman, nature lover, racer, a cruiser, a paddler, a passenger, commercial fisherman, commercial sailor, those who do not consider themselves to be boaters, and to those who seek a nautical career, or one who has years of experience, the class can be a key that supports your lifetime journey.

The United States Sail & Power Squadron is a 108-year-old nationwide non-profit voluntary organization dedicated to upholding safe boating through education, public service, and social links between all who enjoy being on the water.