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Boating Classes, Courses & Educational Seminars in MA
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America’s Boating Club Seminars
As of April 26th, 2024
Seminars are single session classes targeted at specific topics. to find descriptions of all seminars. We offer those that are of the most interest to boaters in this area. Courses and Seminars are offered in one of two methods:
- In Person class- students and teachers in a traditional classroom setting
- Virtual class- Conducted on Zoom with a live instructor who will answer questions.
Classes are often recorded and available for a short time for student review.
| Date & Time | Location | Cost | Contact | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anchoring With Assurance Know how to anchor in a variety of situations, weather, or seabed and be prepared to adjust for changing conditions. | |||||
| 2024-05-01 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $30 Public: $40 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | ||
| 2024-09-25 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $30 Public: $40 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | ||
| Basic Weather and Forecasting Don't let bad weather ruin your day! Learn to forecast and predict the weather. | |||||
| 2024-05-29 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $30 Public: $40 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | ||
| BH Boating with Confidence Gain confidence, knowledge, and skills that you need for a variety of boat-handling situations. | |||||
| 2024-04-24 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $40 Public: $50 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | FEE INCLUDES 2 SEMINARS APR 17 BOAT HANDLING CLOSE QUARTERS APR 24 BOAT HANDLING OPEN WATER | |
| 2024-05-22 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $40 Public: $50 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | FEE INCLUDES 2 SEMINARS MAY 8 BOAT HANDLING CLOSE QUARTERS MAY 22 BOAT HANDLING OPEN WATER | |
| 2024-06-26 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $40 Public: $50 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | FEE INCLUDES 2 SEMINARS JUN 12 BOAT HANDLING CLOSE QUARTERS JUN 26 BOAT HANDLING OPEN WATER | |
| 2024-08-21 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $40 Public: $50 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | FEE INCLUDES 2 SEMINARS AUG 7 BOAT HANDLING CLOSE QUARTERS AUG 21 BOAT HANDLING OPEN WATER | |
| BH Docking & Undocking Look like a pro. Protect your boat, your passengers, and yourself with the docking/undocking skills you need. | |||||
| 2024-04-17 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $40 Public: $50 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | FEE INCLUDES 2 SEMINARS APR 17 BOAT HANDLING CLOSE QUARTERS APR 24 BOAT HANDLING OPEN WATER | |
| 2024-05-08 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $40 Public: $50 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | FEE INCLUDES 2 SEMINARS MAY 8 BOAT HANDLING CLOSE QUARTERS MAY 22 BOAT HANDLING OPEN WATER | |
| 2024-06-12 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $40 Public: $50 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | FEE INCLUDES 2 SEMINARS IUN 12 BOAT HANDLING CLOSE QUARTERS JUN 26 BOAT HANDLING OPEN WATER | |
| 2024-08-07 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $40 Public: $50 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | FEE INCLUDES 2 SEMINARS AUG 7 BOAT HANDLING CLOSE QUARTERS AUG 21 BOAT HANDLING OPEN WATER | |
| How To Use a Chart Learn the basics of reading and using a nautical chart for safe boating whether you’re cruising, going fishing, or just out for the day. | |||||
| 2024-07-10 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $40 Public: $50 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | FEE INCLUDES 3 SEMINARS JUL 10 CHARTS JUL 24 COASTAL NAVIGATION PART1 JUL 31 COASTAL NAVIGATION PART 2 | |
| Introduction to Navigation Learn practical techniques to plan, navigate, and check your progress on the water using nautical charts, GPS and Chartplotters. | |||||
| 2024-07-24 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $40 Public: $50 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | FEE INCLUDES 3 SEMINARS JUL 10 CHARTS JUL 24 COASTAL NAVIGATION PART1 JUL 31 COASTAL NAVIGATION PART 2 | |
| 2024-07-31 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $40 Public: $50 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | FEE INCLUDES 3 SEMINARS JUL 10 CHARTS JUL 24 COASTAL NAVIGATION PART1 JUL 31 COASTAL NAVIGATION PART 2 | |
| Knots and Line Handling Do you know which knots to use in every situation? Learn to securely attach lines and other useful applications. | |||||
| 2024-05-30 06:30 PM | Johnathan Bourne Public Kibrary 19 Sandwich Road Bourne, MA | Members: $30 Public: $40 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | HANDS ON INSTRUCTION AND PRACTICE | |
| Marine Radar Whether you want to navigate safely or decide what equipment to purchase, this seminar provides clear advice. | |||||
| 2024-08-28 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $40 Public: $50 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | Fee includes 2 seminars which comprise our collision avoidaance series, AUG 14 nautical rules of the road AUG 28 AIS, RADAR, and YOU | |
| Practical on the Water Training | |||||
| 2024-04-17 06:30 PM | Parker's Boat Yard 68 Red Brook Harbor Road Cataumet, MA | Members: $300 Public: $400 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | Seminar Boat Handling Close Quarters APR 17 ON WATER TRAINING BY APPOINTMENT | |
| 2024-05-17 06:30 PM | Parker's Boat Yard 68 Red Brook Harbor Road Cataumet, MA | Members: $300 Public: $400 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | Seminar Boat Handling Close Quarters MAY 8 ON WATER TRAINING BY APPOINTMENT | |
| 2024-06-12 06:30 PM | Parker's Boat Yard 68 Red Brook Harbor Road Cataumet, MA | Members: $300 Public: $400 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | Seminar Boat Handling Close Quarters JUN 12 ON WATER TRAINING BY APPOINTMENT | |
| 2024-08-07 06:30 PM | Parker's Boat Yard 68 Red Brook Harbor Road Cataumet, MA | Members: $300 Public: $400 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | Seminar Boat Handling Close Quarters AUG 7 ON WATER TRAINING BY APPOINTMENT | |
| Rules of the Road Avoid collisions and other hazards! Know the rules of the road. | |||||
| 2024-08-14 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $40 Public: $50 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | Fee includes 2 seminars which comprise our collision avoidaance series, AUG 14 nautical rules of the road AUG 28 AIS, RADAR, and YOU | |
| Using GPS Know where you are and where you are going using GPS | |||||
| 2024-06-05 06:30 PM | Johnathan Bourne Public Kibrary 19 Sandwich Road Bourne, MA | Members: $30 Public: $40 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | ||
| 2024-09-11 06:30 PM | Johnathan Bourne Public Kibrary 19 Sandwich Road Bourne, MA | Members: $30 Public: $40 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | ||
America’s Boating Club Courses
As of April 26th, 2024
Courses cover a range of topics from the introductory through advanced level. Some courses may require prerequisite course work to be completed prior to enrollment. See the course info and registration information for details. to find descriptions of all courses. We offer those that are of the most interest to boaters in this area. Courses and Seminars are offered in one of two methods:
- In Person class- students and teachers in a traditional classroom setting
- Virtual class- Conducted on Zoom with a live instructor who will answer questions
.
Classes are often recorded and available for a short time for student review.
| Start Date | Time | Duration | Location | Cost | Contact | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Marine Navigation (Advanced Piloting) Marine Navigation and Advanced Marine Navigation give you the skills you need to get where you’re going using charts and marine electronics as well as a knowledge of winds, currents and tides. | |||||||
| 2024-04-08 | 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $200 Public: $300 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | COURSE FEE INCLUDES BOTH MARINE NAVIGATION AND ADVANCED PILOTING 8 sessions APR 8; 15; 22; 29 MAY 6; 13; 20 JUN 3 LECTURES WILL BE PRESENTED USING A LIVE ON LINE 'VIRTUAL' CLASS ADDITIONAL IN PERSON SESSIONS WILL BE SCHEDULED AS NECESSARY | ||
| 2024-09-12 | 07:00 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $100 | Patrick Pearce phone: 508-932-1229 email: | Advance Piloting Course, 10 Thursday Sessions 7:00 to 9:00 PM Starting September 12, 2024. Live Virtual Presentation using ZOOM. Followed by seven days to complete open book exam. Review qualifications with instructor prior to enrolling. Pre Registration required: abcnorthshore.org. | ||
| America's Boating Course 3rd Ed. America’s Boating Course gives you the basics you need to get out on the water safely, and it meets most state boating education requirements. | Create ABC flyer | ||||||
| 2024-04-02 | 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $65 Public: $65 | Richard Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | FOUR (4) CLASS SESSIONS APR 2; 9; 16; 23 PLUS IN PERSON DRIVE IN PROCTORED EXAM SUNDAY APR 28 AT JONATHAN BOURNE PUBLIC LIBRARY 19 SANDWICH ROAD BOURNE PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED WE MUST MEET BEFOE THE FIRST CLASS SO WE CAN DISTRIBUTE COURSE MATERIALS CONTACT: RICHARD MOORE EMAIL: CHMBRRCK@LIVE COM TEL: 508-888-8238 | ||
| 2024-04-20 | 08:00 AM | Marinemax 10 Hutchinson Drive Danvers, MA | Public: $30.00 | John Grasso phone: 508-378-4822 email: | |||
| 2024-04-30 | 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $65 Public: $65 | Richard Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | FOUR (4) CLASS SESSIONS APR 30 MAY 7; 14; 21 PLUS IN PERSON DRIVE IN PROCTORED EXAM SUNDAY MAY 26 AT JONATHAN BOURNE PUBLIC LIBRARY 19 SANDWICH ROAD BOURNE PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED WE MUST MEET BEFOE THE FIRST CLASS SO WE CAN DISTRIBUTE COURSE MATERIALS CONTACT: RICHARD MOORE EMAIL: CHMBRRCK@LIVE COM TEL: 508-888-8238 | ||
| 2024-04-30 | 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $65 | Walter Riley phone: 978-578-5492 email: | Live in-person instruction via Zoom for North Shore Students. Four Tuesday sessions 6:30 - 9PM April 30th., May7, 14, 21. In-person PROCTORED EXAM in Beverly for Boating Certificate follows in May 25th Pre Registration Required @ abcnorthshore.org. Info and registration @ abcnorthshore.org enrollment. | ||
| 2024-06-18 | 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $65 Public: $65 | Richard Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | FOUR (4) CLASS SESSIONS JUN 18; 20; 25; 27 PLUS IN PERSON DRIVE IN PROCTORED EXAM SUNDAY JUN 30 AT JONATHAN BOURNE PUBLIC LIBRARY 19 SANDWICH ROAD BOURNE PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED WE MUST MEET BEFOE THE FIRST CLASS SO WE CAN DISTRIBUTE COURSE MATERIALS CONTACT: RICHARD MOORE EMAIL: CHMBRRCK@LIVE COM TEL: 508-888-8238 | ||
| 2024-09-17 | 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $65 Public: $65 | Richard Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | FOUR (4) CLASS SESSIONS SEP 17; 24; OCT 1; 8 PLUS IN PERSON DRIVE IN PROCTORED EXAM SUNDAY OCT 13 AT JONATHAN BOURNE PUBLIC LIBRARY 19 SANDWICH ROAD BOURNE PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED WE MUST MEET BEFOE THE FIRST CLASS SO WE CAN DISTRIBUTE COURSE MATERIALS CONTACT: RICHARD MOORE EMAIL: CHMBRRCK@LIVE COM TEL: 508-888-8238 | ||
| Boat Handling Boat Handling builds your competence and confidence on the water with an in-depth look at the practical boating skills. | |||||||
| 2024-04-23 | 07:00 PM | Yarmouth Fire Station #2 340 Main Street Rt6a Yarmouth Port, MA | Members: $80 | John Crawford phone: 508-240-4603 email: | The Boat Handling class is a set of 6 seminars. Each seminar starts at 7pm on a Tuesday night and lasts about 2 hours: April 23 Rules of the Road - Zoom April 30 Docking & unDocking - Zoom May 7 Boating with Confidence - Zoom May 14 Anchoring with Assurance - in person classroom May 21 Emergencies on-Board - Zoom May 28 Knots & Lines and optional final exam - in person In-person Classes will be held at Yarmouth Fire Station #2, 340 Main St. RT6A, Yarmouth Port, MA 02675 | ||
| Cruising under Power and Sail Cruising Under Power and Sail prepares you for a multi-day voyage. | |||||||
| 2024-04-02 | 07:00 PM | Westwood Council of Aging 60 Nahatan Street Westwood, MA | Members: $75 Public: $125 | Register Joseph Kelliher phone: 508-446-7957 email: | 7 consecutive Tuesdays, 7 to 9pm. - Cruising under Power and Sail is designed to be a 10 to 12 night course. This will be an abridged course emphasizing information for east coast salt water cruisers. To receive certification for this course will require additional self study of the text material and then passing a written test. Instructor is PDC Richard Terry. | ||
| Engine Maintenance Engine Maintenance gives you information on how engines work and basic maintenance procedures, as well as how to recognize problems. | |||||||
| 2024-04-04 | 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $75 Public: $175 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | 8 sessions APR 4; 11; 18; 25 MAY 2; 9; 16; 27 LECTURES WILL BE PRESENTED USING A LIVE ON LINE 'VIRTUAL' CLASS ADDITIONAL IN PERSON SESSIONS WILL BE SCHEDULED AS NECESSARY | ||
| 2024-04-30 | 07:00 PM | Yarmouth Fire Station #2 340 Main Street Rt6a Yarmouth Port, MA | Members: $110 Public: $165 | John Crawford phone: 508-240-4603 email: | |||
| Offshore Navigation (Formerly Junior Navigation) Offshore Navigation, a must for oceangoing captains, teach you about planning and monitoring your voyage using modern marine electronics and how celestial observations can help you estimate your vessel’s position with confidence | |||||||
| 2024-09-16 | 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $150 Public: $250 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | SEP 16; 23; 30 OCT 7; 14; 21; 28 FALL introduction; sights; sight folder FALL/WINTER sight reduction; positioning techniques; cruise LECTURES WILL BE PRESENTED USING A LIVE ON LINE 'VIRTUAL' CLASS SEXTANT USE & SIGHT TAKING WILL BE HANDS ON INSTRUCTION ADDITIONAL IN PERSON SESSIONS WILL BE SCHEDULED AS NECESSARY | ||
| Weather Weather is a detailed study of the causes of weather, various types of storms, clouds, and predicting weather. | |||||||
| 2024-09-19 | 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $75 Public: $175 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | 8 sessions SEP 19; 26 OCT 3; 10; 17; 24; 31 NOV 7 LECTURES WILL BE PRESENTED USING A LIVE ON LINE 'VIRTUAL' CLASS ADDITIONAL IN PERSON SESSIONS WILL BE SCHEDULED AS NECESSARY | ||
For classroom educational offerings elsewhere in New England, check out the appropriate District web site:
- District 1 — Connecticut and western Rhode Island.
- District 19 — Maine, Vermont and New Hampshire.