First Mate Class – Boating 101

BMA will be hosting a First Mate Class (Boating 101) on June 10th at 9 AM in the Clubhouse.

This class is being presented by Designated Masters, this is same class that is hosted by the St. Croix Yacht Club if you are aware of that one. It is approximately 2.5 – 3 hours. The cost is $15 per person, or $25 per couple. Please call the BMA office to reserve your spot today! This class is for Captains too, there is so much to learn when it comes to boating!

The following topics will be discussed during the class:

• Safety Equipment
• Engine Room/Bilge
• Engines(s)/Generator
• Deck Equipment and Rigging
• Boat Systems
• Navigation Equipment and Electronics
• Preparing for Departure
• Docking, Departing, Anchoring, and Picking Up a Mooring
• Navigation and Rules of the Road
• Responding to Safety Issues
• Protecting the Environment/Boating Green
• Lay-Up and WInterizing