Weather - March 11 to May 13 (7-9pm ET Wednesdays) - Zoom

Don't let bad weather ruin your day! Understand the specifics of a forecast and anticipate how the weather will impact you. Learn about meteorological systems, how weather is created, and signs of impending poor or dangerous weather.

Our newly revised weather course covers the profound changes in the ways weather forecasts are produced and disseminated including how supercomputers make forecasts more accurate and how boaters have many choices in getting them while onboard via internet, satellite communications, and smart phones. 

Member Cost $80 Non-Member $130

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Engine Maintenance - March 16 to May 18 (7-9pm ET Mondays) - Zoom

This course covers those repairs that do-it-yourselfers can still perform, teaches how to diagnose problems that might be beyond your ability to fix, and how to share information with your mechanic so the right repairs get performed. The  Engine Maintenance course also covers basic mechanical systems such as drive systems (propellers), steering systems, and engine controls. The last chapter discusses solutions you might use to problems that could occur while afloat and away from a repair facility. Gasoline, diesel, and outboard engines are treated independently in this chapter.

Member Cost $80 Non-Member $130

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Radar for Boaters - April 2 to May 28 (7-9pm ET Thursdays) - Zoom

This course covers the different types of radar equipment, their capabilities and limitations, as well as their features and how they apply to students’ needs. It covers what you need to know about radar, from how and where to mount the antenna to how to interpret the displays, so you can use your radar for collision avoidance and for navigational purposes.

Member Cost $80 Non-Member $130

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Americas's Boating Course - June 20th  (8-4:30pm) - Olverson's Marina

This is an all day class, starting at 8:00am and ending at approx 4:30pm. Those that pass the class will get their Virginia Boater Certification card at the end of class. Free breakfast and lunch. No charge for the class either. This will be the USPS ABC-3 Course. 

 America's Boating Course 

Taking a boating class reduces your risk of accidents and injuries, saves you money on boat insurance, and qualifies you for a state boat license or operator certificate in Virginia.  

America’s Boating Course is the most comprehensive, single source, in-person boating course available to give you the skills you need to enjoy your time on the water and boat with confidence.

Cost is FREE

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