Intro to Boating for Women

Your Safety. Your Power. Your Time on the Water.

Ready to feel confident on the water, not just comfortable on it? That's exactly what this morning is about. Join us for an in-person course all about getting comfortable at a boat's helm. Whether you're new to boating or just want to brush up, this event is perfect for women looking to dive into boating fun.

Learn from a female master captain from Boat Safe Chicago, ask questions, and get experience in a relaxed, friendly setting. This experience is designed to help women feel more confident and comfortable on the water, starting with safety basics and finishing with a guided boat ride.

Don’t miss out on this chance to start your boating adventure!

📅 April 18 | 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM in-person course

📍 Michigan Maritime Museum – South Haven

🎟 Free event | Limited spots available

What You'll Learn

The whole morning is built around one idea: boating should feel approachable, not intimidating. Here's what we’ll cover:

• Boating Safety Basics: The required gear every boat needs and how to use it
• Rules of the Waterway: Right of way, no-wake zones, and navigating busy piers
• How to Think Like a Captain: Passenger briefings, emergency scenarios, and staying in charge under pressure
• Boat Terminology: Bow to stern, port to starboard, and everything in between
• Navigation Tech: How chartplotters work and how to find your way back to the dock
• Real Emergency Protocols: Man overboard, engine fire, and when to call a Mayday

The Experience

This isn't just a classroom. You'll finish the morning with a guided boat ride, where you'll see everything you learned in action.

On the water, you'll experience:

• Navigating "no wake" zones out of South Haven Harbor
• Reading channel markers at a crossing
• Handling open swells
• Passing around the chartplotter to follow the route home

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