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www.scuttlebutt.com March 2008 • Page 31 boating classes Minnetonka Power Squadron The Minnetonka Power Squadron will offer three United States Power Squadron boating safety courses in the metro area this spring. All three are open to the public. A five-week course will begin Monday, March 31, at Hopkins High School, 2400 Lindberg Drive, MinneDuring these colder months, while you’re still just dreaming about spending time on your boat this summer, you can make yourself a more knowledgeable and skilled boater. Whether you are a single or family boater, new or experienced captain, you will The St. Paul Power Squadron will offer two United States Power Squadron boating safety courses at Bayport Marina, 200 Fifth Ave. South in Bayport. They are open to the public. tonka 5530, Room W-230. Course material fee is $50 due at registration. A course beginning Tuesday, May 6, will be held at Peace Church, 7624 Cedar Lake Rd., St. Louis profit from taking a basic safe boating course. Members of Hiawatha Valley Sail and Power Squadron will be teaching this course twice this spring through the Community Education Departments of Hastings and Red Wing. Family members are welcome to A four-week Squadron Boating Course starts Wednesday, April 9. The class runs for four consecutive Wednesday evenings, April 9, 16, 23, and 30. The second course starts on Wednesday, May 7. For Park, on the north side of Cedar Lake Rd., three blocks west of Louisiana. This will be a four-week class. The course material fee is $35, due at registration. More information may be obtained at learn more about safe boating by also taking the course and family discounts are available. Boat owners may also benefit from a reduction in marine insurance rates after passing a basic boating course. The course is as follows: more information contact Hal Fotsch at 651-634-8801, or email halfotsch1@com cast.net. Register before the first class at 6:45. All classes start at 7 p.m. and end promptly at 9 p.m. For class reservation, www.minne tonkaps.org, or by calling 612-253-BOAT For more information, call Jeff Schott at 763-7543772, evenings or Rhett Taber, 952 835-1061, evenings. Register at the first night of class. Class topics covered • Boat handling under normal conditions • Hastings Senior High School -- March 6, 13, 25 and 27, 6:30 to 9 p.m. To register, go to www.hia wathavalley ps.org and you will be able to click on the appropriate site to register. Credit cards are accepted. call the squadron hot lline, 651-472-9300, or for more information contact Hal Fotsch at 651-634-8800, or email halfotsch1@comcast .net. Register before the first class at 6:45. Cost for class, book and exam is $35. • Adverse conditions and emergencies • Types of boats and boating terminology • Required and recommended equipment • Boating regulations and navigation rules • Marine radiotelephone usage • Trailer boating If you would like to talk with someone about the courses, call 888-8877339 and leave your name or call Clare Cox at 763-420-5333. USPS is a 92-year old educational, civic and fraternal organization dedicated to teaching and promoting safe boatEarn a boating education completion certificate, which is mandatory for boat operators ages 12 to 15. The certificates are honored in any state in the U.S. The St. Paul Power Squadron is an affiliate of • Lines and knots • Marine VHF radio usage • Aids to navigation The Minnetonka Power Squadron is an affiliate of the United States Power Squadrons® and America’s Boating Club®. Hiawatha Valley Sail and Power Squadron ing. 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