Safe Boating Basics

MarineMax is teaming up with Boatwise to host a Safe Boating Basics Training Course on Saturday, May 2 from 9am-5pm at MarineMax in Danvers, Massachusetts. Whether you're new to boating or a life-long boater in need of a refresher, we’re here to help you stay safe on the water this summer! Learn the aspects of boating safely and legally in ONE DAY of classroom instruction. A "must" for all boaters, all ages, not to mention this class usually lowers your boat insurance premium.

There will be a 50 question NASBLA test at the end of the class which will result in a Certificate of Completion issued to each participant. Additionally, each participant will have the opportunity to take a 10 question Massachusetts Environmental Police test. Massachusetts approved for young operator's permit (age 12-16). Approved for all ages in Rhode Island.

Class size is limited. To register for this event, please contact Jillian Sudo at 781.395.0050 or email [email protected] to ensure that your spot is reserved.

Please note: This class is open exclusively to MarineMax customers who have purchased a new or used boat through MarineMax (brokerage purchases do not apply). If you have not purchased through MarineMax, we invite you to visit to register directly.

Topics include:

- Military Vessel Safety Zone

- Ethanol

- Fire Tyles & Extinguishing Agents Table

- Shipshape is Firesafe

- Carbon Monoxide

- Checklist for Safe Boating

- Float Plan

- Boating Emergency Guide

- Boater's Duffle Bag

- Relative Bearings

- Alcohol and Boating

- Coast Guard Boarding Policy

- Regulations Controlling Disposal of Garbage

- Marine Sanitation Devices

- VHF Radiotelephones (Marine Radios)

- Cellular Telephones on Boats

- Aquatic Nuisance Species

- Paddlesport Activities

- Personal Watercraft Safety Guidelines

- Anchoring

- Propeller Intervention and Awareness

- Cold Water Immersion & Hypothermia

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