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www.scuttlebutt.com April 2008 • Page 27 boating classes The Minnetonka Power Squadron has only two “Safe Boating” classes remaining this spring in the west metro area. Both are open to the public and are the last courses offered prior to the boating season this year. A five-week class began on March 31 in room W-230 at the Hopkins High School, Minnetonka Power Squadron 2400 Lindberg Drive in the City of Minnetonka. Books and course materials fee is $50 due at registration but instruction is offered free of charge. A four-week class will begin on May 6 at Peace Church, 7624 Cedar Lake Rd. in St. Louis Park. This is located on the north side of Cedar Lake Road, three Power Squadron will be teaching this course through the Community Education Department of Red Wing. Family members are welcome to take 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 boatp.m. and end promptly at 9 p.m. For class reservation, call the squadron hot line, 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. Earn 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 the United States Power Squadrons® and America’s Boating Club®. damage. Because they are hung, the lures dry completely after each use. The unit folds flat when not in use. The Stainless Folding Hook Rack retails for $29.99. Contact Tempress Products, 214-678-9400; toll-free 877-234-7466; info@tempress.com; www.tempress.com or www.fish-on.com blocks west of Louisiana. Books and course materials for this class are $35 due at registration but instruction is offered free of charge. Topics covered in these courses include: • Boat handling under normal conditions. • Adverse conditions and emergencies. • Types of boats and boating course. The course is as follows: • Red Wing Senior High School -- April 8 - 29, six nights over four weeks; 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Registration deadline is April 4. ing terminology. • Required and recommended equipment. • Boating regulations and navigation rules. • Marine radiotelephone usage. • Trailer your boat. • Lines and knots. • Marine VHF radio usage. • Aids to navigation. Registration is at the To register, go to www .hiawathavalleyps.org and you will be able to click on the appropriate site to register. Credit cards are accepted. If you would like to talk with someone about the courses, call 888-887- first night of class. More information is available at www.minne tonkaPS.org or call Jeff Schott evenings at 763-7543772 or Rhett Taber evenings at 952-835-1061. You can leave voice mail messages or questions at 612-253-BOAT. The Minnetonka Power Squadron® is an affiliate of 7339 and leave your name or call Clare Cox at 763420-5333. USPS is a 92-year old educational, civic and fraternal organization dedicated to teaching and promoting safe boating. Because of the shortage of the United States Power Squadrons® and America’s Boating Club. The United States Power Squadrons (USPS) is a private nonprofit boating organization. Members are sail and power boating families who contribute to their communities by promoting safe boating on the water and in the classroom. instructors in the armed services during WWII, USPS members assisted their country by teaching boating classes to service personnel. See other boating classes on page 30. Hiawatha Valley Sail and Power Squadron During 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 profit from taking a basic safe boating course. Members of Hiawatha Valley Sail and 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. 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 more information contact Hal Fotsch at 651634-8801, or email hal fotsch1@comcast.net. Register before the first class at 6:45. All classes start at 7 Convenient rack holds large lures Fish On! 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