Overview
This clinic is conducted by a US Sailing and US Powerboating certified instructor aboard our Camano 31 Trawler for 4 hours of on-the-water training. The Powerboat Conversion will teach our sailing qualified club members how to responsibly operate a single engine powered cruising vessel.
Prerequisites
US Sailing Basic Bareboat Certification or equivalent
Certification Requirements
Certification requirements include successfully completing the following knowledge and skill requirements with a confident and safe command of the boat in light to moderate conditions. Stronger conditions are acceptable if you can safely control the boat with an awareness of limitations in these conditions. You will safely operate a cruising powerboat of at least 26 feet in length.
Topics Covered
On-the-water Instruction:
- Instruction in docking and close-quarters maneuvering
- Boat control in open water
- Anchoring
- Emergency procedures
- Securing the boat
- This class is 4 hours and is completed in one day