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Avalon Squadron
CanBoat/NautiSavoir
New branding for Canadian Power and Sail.
Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons are now to be know as CanBoat/NautiSavoir
For more information go to: https://www.cps-ecp.ca/about-canboat-nautisavoir/announcing-canboat-nautisavoir
CPS Courses are currently being offered online. The Avalon Squadron is specifically offering two courses. Radio Operators Certificate [Self-Study] and a Boating 2 and 3 Combined.
Maritime Radio Course – Self Study
This Maritime Radio ONLINE SELF-STUDY program is a completely integrated version of the classroom course that includes an online course manual and supporting learning materials. By taking this online self-study program you will learn how to operate a marine radio aboard a vessel. The course will address the following topics, and more, to help you be a smarter and safer boater: How to make routine and emergency calls using Digital Select Calling (DSC) and Voice Procedure, Channel selection, the phonetic alphabet and procedural words and phrases (radio speak), and The Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) and how it can help you in an emergency TIME PERIOD : You will have access to the program for 60 days. EXAM: The self-study program includes an exam to obtain a Restricted Operator’s Certificate (Maritime) which will be done in person with a CPS certified examiner. DURING THE COVID 19 PANDEMIC this exam will be administered using a video link.
To Register for Maritime Radio Course – Self Study
Boating 2 and 3 Combined
Suggested Prerequisite Boating 1 – Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC)
Details 12-13 weeks, one evening per week
Boating 2 – Beyond Boating Basics – The PCOC makes sure you have immediate navigation and safety skills but it’s just the beginning of what you should know when you get on a boat. In the second of our Boating Series, you are introduced to the art of navigation, anchoring, ropes, lines and knots – not to mention what to expect when the boat is moving under power. This course also has a number of optional topics that will be taught depending on your interests; these include towing, trailering and a check list for layup and launch. Boating 3 – Introduction to Marine Navigation – The third course in our series explores navigation further as you learn how to plot and label on paper charts as well as what the skipper should be doing before setting out and when under way, handling a boat under sail as well as your environmental responsibilities and electrical hazards. This course also has a number of optional topics that will be taught depending on your interests; these include tides and currents, canals and locks, and collision regulations.
To Register for Boating 2 and 3 Combined
For other online offerings go to Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons site and select Courses and Seminars.
Do you operate a sailboat, or would you like to learn more about sailing? Canadian Power and Sail is pleased to offer its popular 8-week classroom Sailing course. This course covers the practical and theoretical basics of sailing and sailing seamanship. It takes place on Tuesday evenings, from March 31 to May 5, 2020 (7:00 to 10:00 p.m.) at the Marine Institute in St. John’s. Cost is $162 for CPS-ECP members and $180 for non-members.
Deadline to register is March 10, 2020. Refunds cannot be given after that date, but registration will be valid when this course is offered again in 2021. Please go to www.boatingcourses.ca to register using your credit card. If you encounter problems with registration or have any questions, contact Debbie at debbie.a.churchill@gmail.com or 709-895-3137.
This is a reminder that the Canadian Power and Sail Maritime Radio Course will take place at the Marine Institute in St. John’s on Thursday, January 30 and Thursday, February 6, 2020 @ 7:00 p.m. (you must attend both evenings). If you plan to operate a maritime radio on your boat, by federal law, everybody who operates a maritime radio must become certified and obtain a Restricted Operator’s Certificate (Maritime), also known as ROC(M). Successful completion of this course will give you this certification.
To register, please go to www.boatingcourses.ca. If you have any questions or any problems with registration, please contact our Educational Officer at debbie.a.churchill@gmail.com or 895-3137.
Canadian Power and Sail is offering the following classroom courses in St. John’s during the winter of 2020.
- Combined Courses: Beyond the PCOC (Boating 2) and Introduction to Navigation (Boating 2) Note registration deadline of December 31, 2019.
- Boat and Engine Maintenance
- Maritime Radio
- Sailing
Go to www.boatingcourses.ca for details and to register online. For more information, contact Debbie (below).
Debbie Churchill
Squadron Educational Officer (Avalon)
Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons
Phone: 709-895-3137
| Avalon Squadron Fall Social
CPS members and their guests are cordially invited to our fall social DATE: Friday, November 15, 2019 @ 7:00 pm During the evening, feel free to speak with your executive about how you, our members, can help ensure the future success of our squadron. We need your help. |