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What If You Were Suddenly in Command?

The US Coast Guard Auxiliary is offering a great boater education class on Wednesday March 11th 7 PM at the Dana Point Community Center

USCG Aux 6-8 class “Suddenly in Command” will be held Wed Mar 11th, 7PM at the Dana Point Community Center
USCG Aux 6-8 class “Suddenly in Command” will be held Wed Mar 11th, 7PM at the Dana Point Community Center (USCG Auxiliary Flotilla 6-8 Dana Point )

What would you do if the Captain is suddenly incapacitated or falls overboard …… and YOU are Suddenly in Command?

US Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 6-8 is holding a class on Wednesday March 11th from 7 to 8:45 PM at the Dana Point Community Center, 34052 Del Obispo, Dana Point, CA 92629.

This interesting class will help you to be prepared with basic, essential information in case of an emergency. You will learn about your vessel, important onboard equipment and the critical first steps in taking control of the vessel, calling for help, and handling the boat until help arrives.

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The class covers what causes boating mishaps and how to minimize them. It’s a must for people with little or no experience in operating a power vessel or sailboat in the event that something happens to the boat operator.

The class cost is $25 each. Please register in advance to ensure a place.

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Contact: Eric Gritzmacher ericgritz@gmail.com or (949) 632-2378 for questions or click HERE to register.

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