This two-day clinic focuses on the knowledge and practical skills needed to dock power boats and trawlers greater than 38′. Participants will become comfortable with the process and precautions for proper docking, anchoring, and close-quarters handling in moderate conditions.
Learning is the Gateway to Having Fun on the Water
No previous experience is required to participate in this program.
2-day clinic in beautiful Sidney B.C. – see our calendar for dates.
Participants will stay aboard the training vessel and enjoy accommodation in their own cabin. Bring a friend and share your cabin and your friend will enjoy a 40% discount.
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Participants seeking formal certification can use this course towards the applicable practical requirements to achieve Day Skipper Power credentials.
2-days and 2-night of power boat instruction aboard a power vessel of at least 38′ at our headquarters located at the beautiful Port Sidney marina.
Appropriate Attire
Meals
Boat Handling in Close-Quarters and Marinas in Tidal Waters
Pivoting, the “slide factor”, line handling, strategies for choosing the best approach, and how to instruct your crew.
CRUISE & LEARN
Participants will be ready to participate in any of our Cruise & Learn courses, Flotillas, or other activities to increase knowledge and skill
OTHER LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
If you are looking to further your ability to navigate safely and professionally on the water, and are wanting to take the next steps in your boating education, we recommend our VHF (ROCm) and COASTAL NAVIGATION courses.
Full payment is due at or within 60 days of a course start date. Cancellations made 91+ days prior to the course start date will be subject to a 10% plus tax cancellation fee. The remainder will be refunded via the original method of payment. Cancellations made less than 91 days prior to the course start date are ineligible for a refund. We cannot accept any changes less than 91 days prior to the course start date.
All participants in training programs must be COVID-19 negative upon arrival to our facilities and be willing to submit to a COVID-19 test upon request.
COURSES MAY BE CANCELED IF CLASS SIZE DOES NOT MEET MINIMUM ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS
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Whether you seek training in Canada with Cooper Boating or south of the border in Bellingham, WA with NW Explorations, here’s a look at the many training opportunities available.
For more information, email us at:
British Columbia – school@cooperboating.com
Washington State – training@nwexplorations.com
