Boater202 will allow participants to engage in hands-on boating training. Course participants will spend several days using a boat and gaining first-hand experience in operating, docking, navigating, and safe boating practices. Families will be able to participate and learn together. New boat buyers can hone their operating skills before or after their purchase. The Boater202 graduate will gain a comfortable understanding of boating that will allow them to have a more enjoyable experience on the water. Boater202 allows marine dealers to get consumers in the water and on their boats. For this reason, dealers and other marine industry groups will play a major role in facilitating training programs.

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Boater303 will offer hands-on advanced and specialized training in a variety of interesting and exciting locations. Boater303 participants will have the option of taking either weekend or weeklong clinics that will add to each boater’s knowledge of their boats. Boaters will have the option of either using their own boats for the training and have the professional instructor work with them individually or opting for a group lesson on a vessel provided for the Boater303 clinic. These courses will provide practical learning experiences held in environments that will enhance the overall boating experience. The primary focus of Boater303 is to ensure a pleasurable experience to satisfy this consumer group and facilitate environmental awareness and boating safety.

Participants in Insurance101 will receive instruction on how to insure their boats. Once the course is successfully completed, participants will be provided with a 10% discount for boat insurance.

This course will focus on finding career opportunities within the marine industry. Participants will become familiar with different career choices and learn about the appropriate training or schooling necessary for success in the chosen field. Marine industry professionals will also be available to provide advice and help participants map their potential career path. This course will also give participants the resources necessary to create resumes and cover letters and prepare them for their future interviews.