Recreational Boating Classes

AMSEA is conducting a Recreational Boating class in Sitka, Alaska on Sept. 28 and another on Oct. 26. Classes will take place at NSRAA, 1308 Sawmill Creek Rd.

For boaters operating small power, wind and paddle-powered vessels on near-shore coastal waters and lakes. It is designed for new, inexperienced boaters as well as for more experienced individuals who are new to boating in Alaska.  The course length varies, as this basic course can be tailored to the needs and desires of groups such as teenage boaters, hunters who boat in winter conditions, kayakers, etc.

Topics in this class may include:

• Float plans

• Boating trip risk assessment

• Reading the weather

• Essential items for every boating trip

• Handling an outboard engine malfunction

• Retrieving someone who falls overboard

• Tying knots

• Basic anchoring skills

• Docking skills

• Cold water survival skills

• How to use a VHF radio

• How to make a proper Mayday call

Additional topics can be added depending upon the needs of your group.