Georgeanna "Jan" Harding
DSO-PE 

Boating Skills and Seamanship (BS&S)

The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary's Boating Skills and Seamanship (BS&S) is a comprehensive course designed for both the experienced and the novice boater. This 13th edition features all new, full-color graphics and updated text. To meet NASBLA requirements, Chapters 1-8 and Appendix A must be taught, with the addition of your state specific boating laws. Chapters 9-13 are optional. Download course materials here

Sailing Skills & Seamanship

The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary’s Sailing Skills and Seamanship Course (SS&S) is a comprehensive course designed for both experienced and novice sailboat operators. The course, now in its 6th edition that was published in 2008, is divided into parts: 10 core requirement two-to four-hour lessons plus 6 elective lessons that will enhance the skills required for a safe voyage in all conditions. These courses can be taught in addition to the core courses. Download course materials here.

Weekend Navigator

The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary’s Weekend Navigation Course (WN) is a comprehensive course designed for both experienced and novice powerboat and sailboat operators. The course is divided into two major parts designed to educate the boating enthusiast in skills required for a safe voyage on a variety of waters and boating conditions. This course can be taught as a whole or as separate modules. Download course materials here.

About Boating Safely

If you are interested in an exciting, in-depth boating safety course, check out the multi-session classroom version of our popular online boating course. This beginner boating class will give you the knowledge needed to obtain a boat license or safety certification in many states. Many boat insurance companies will offer discounts on boating insurance to boaters who successfully complete About Boating Safely. Download course materials here.