Submitted by USCG Auxiliary
(May 10, 2024) — Take the BOAT AMERICA class and complete the proctored test in the same location at U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Milford Flotilla on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, May 14, 15 and 16 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at its Training Center located at 1 Helwig Street, Milford, the location for all classes listed below.
All three sessions MUST be attended. There are no make-up sessions.
For advance registration prior to the class date, go to http://a0142403.uscgaux.info/ . You can print out the form on our Website and bring it with you to pay by check or cash at the door the first night of classes. To pay at the door by check or cash, arrive at 6:00 p.m. Call Dennis Belanger, public education staff officer at 203-494-5219 if you have questions or need help in attending.
All students must obtain a State of Connecticut conservation ID number before taking the BA/PWC/TOW class. To register for a FREE ID number: go to https://ct.aspirafocus.com/internetsales .
BOAT AMERICA will cover all the basic topics required for the safe operation of recreational boating and seamanship. It will also cover safe personal watercraft operation and towing. Successful completion of this 8-hour BA course satisfies the Connecticut licensing requirements for boats, personal watercraft (PWC) and towing. Family participation is encouraged. Cost is $60 per person.
Navigation and GPS Charting class is set for July 20, from 8 a.m. to approximately 4:30 p.m.
For additional information about U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary courses, please call Dennis Belanger, public education officer, at 203-494-5219, email him at milfordflot073inc@gmail.com or visit http://a0142403.uscgaux.info/
For more information on U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary safe boating classes, please visit www.cgaux.org/boatinged/
