Boating Safety Class Offered

April 4, 2011||inPersonal Insurance|boat insurance, boat safety, personal insurance

Spring is here, and it won’t be long before boats are going back in the water. We want to inform you of United States Coast Guard Auxiliary “About Boating Safely ” Classes that are being offered soon.

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Click here to submit an inquiry to Murphy Insurance or call us at 800 222 8711

This one day basic boating course is designed for students aged 12 through adult. The class meets requirements of all states that mandate boater education. USCGA Certificates are recognized in all 50 states. Junior Operator Certificate test available.

Many insurance companies offer discounts on boat insurance to boaters who complete a class.

Class Dates:   April 23rd or May 14th or June 18th
Time:               8am – 4pm
Where:            Stoddard Army Center, 25 North Lake Ave, Worcester, MA
Cost:               $45.00 includes text, testing, and certificate of completion

course topics:

  • types of boats
  • boating laws
  • required safety equipment
  • navigation on the water
  • boating problems
  • trailering your boat

To register contact:

Robert Bentley, Public Education Officer
United States Coast Guard Auxiliary
wrbentley-uscga@yahoo.com or call 508.829.7881

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