Minneotnka Power Squadron Offering Public Boating Classes
The Minnetonka Power Squadron is offering 3 public boating safety classes this spring in the west metro area. These are offered specifically to the general public. Instruction is offered free of charge but there is a nominal charge for books and materials. Books may be shared with family members or friends.
They are as follows:
7 week Boat Smart Course
January 25th thru March 8th
Monday Nights from 7pm to 9pm
Hopkins High School
2400 Lindbergh Drive
Minnetonka, MN. 55305
This course is a bit more comprehensive than the 5 week course.
5 week Boat Smart Course
March 22nd thru April 19th
Monday Nights from 7pm to 9pm
Hopkins High School
2400 Lindbergh Drive
Minnetonka, MN. 55305
5 week Boat Smart Course
May 4th thru June 1st
Tuesday Nights from 7pm to 9pm
Peace Presbyterian Church Basement
7624 Cedar Lake Road
St. Louis Park, MN 55426
Topics Include:
You are the Skipper! What would you do?
Boating terms and types of boats
Marine radiotelephone (VHF radio)
Aids to Navigation
Boat Handling
Government regulations
Navigation rules
Adverse conditions and emergencies
Trailering
Personal watercraft operation
Registration is at 6:30 on the first night of the class.
More information is available at www.minnetonkaPS.org or call Jeff Schott evenings or weekends at 763-754-3772 or Rhett Taber evenings or weekends at 952-835-1061. You can leave voice mail messages or questions at 612-253-BOAT.
The Minnetonka Power Squadron is an affiliate of the United States Power Squadronsâ and America’s Boating Clubâ.