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Fishing in British Columbia => General Discussion => Topic started by: Plainswalker on August 13, 2011, 10:02:25 AM

Title: Learning boating
Post by: Plainswalker on August 13, 2011, 10:02:25 AM

So, my brother-in-law got a boat this year, and he doesn't have a co-pilot most times. I decided/volunteered that I could be the "spare" driver if need be, so I took the boater exam (passed it with flying colours, even). But, now I feel like a driver that has just gotten his learner's. I'm legally allowed to operate a boat and have some modicum of knowledge about boating and safety, but no real boating experience. I would also want to be able to rent a boat and go out with my friends as well. I know my brother- and father-in-law will definitely help me out, but I would like to get some more experience/knowledge on my own as well.

What's the recommended (ie wise) way of getting a complete newbie his boat driving "sea legs"? We navigate the mouth of the Fraser in Richmond and the area around it.

Title: Re: Learning boating
Post by: Nitroholic on August 13, 2011, 10:24:00 AM

Power squadron

Title: Re: Learning boating
Post by: Sandman on August 13, 2011, 12:30:13 PM

Have you considered taking a full boating course (as opposed to just challenging the exam)?

Title: Re: Learning boating
Post by: Plainswalker on August 14, 2011, 09:10:48 AM

Thanks for the suggestion :). Looks like the Power Squadron has the intro course starting in mid-September.