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SUMMARY:America's Boating Course
DESCRIPTION:AMERICA‘S BOATING COURSE® \nIn-Person Classroom Sessions\nYarmouth Fire Station #2\n340 Main St\, RT 6A\nYarmouth Port\, MA  02675\nClass Manager – Charles Burke  – 508-815-7706  – cgburke15@comcast.net \nClass Administrator – John Crawford  – 508-240-4603 –  johncr181@gmail.com \nRegister for class now:  email registration preferred (johncr181@gmail.com)\nhttps://americasboatingclub.org/index.php/find-a-class-near-you?zip=02643&range=20 \nAmerica’s Boating Course® is approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators and is recognized by the United States Coast Guard \nWinter 2025\nClass Fee is $60\n\nClassroom Meetings will be on January 14\, 21\, 28 and Feb  4\, 11 and 18\, 2025.\nAnyone interested in recreational boating is encouraged to\nattend this MA approved public boating course.\nWe provide essential information for every kind of boater.\nLearn about:\n•Boat Handling & Seamanship\n•Required Equipment\n•Navigation Rules of the Road\n•Knots\, Lines & Docking\n•Charts\, Lights/Sounds & Aids to Navigation\nThe course will be offered as an in-person classroom course\n\nClass schedule as of November 23\, 2024\nTuesday\, Jan 14\, 2025 – 7:00PM – 9:00PM\nREGISTRATION AND WELCOME – Pick up Student Manuals\nSESSION 1 PREPARATION:\nRead Chapter 1 in the student manual: Boat Terms\, Safety Equipment\, Going Boating (Sections 1\, 2\, & 3) before the first session. \nSESSION 1: Class Materials. Chapter 1: Boat Terms\, Safety Equipment\, Going Boating. (Sections 1\, 2\, & 3)\nINSTRUCTOR: Capt Ellie Lawrence \nGROUP ACTIVITY: Review topics about: life jackets\, emergency signals\, fire extinguishers and lines\nHOMEWORK: Read Sections 1\, 2\, & 3 (Chapter 1) and Sections 4\, 5\, & 6 (in Chapter 2). Answer questions for Chapter 1. Bring a 4 to 6-ft piece of 3/8”- diameter rope to Session 2 and each following session. \n  \nTuesday\, Jan 21\, 2025 – 7:00PM – 9:00PM\nSESSION 2: Chapter 2: Navigation Rules\, Navigation Aids\, Lights & Sound Signals. (Sections 4\, 5\, & 6). \nKnots of the week: Figure Eight (Stopper Knot) & Sheet Bend\nINSTRUCTOR: Charles Burke\nGROUP ACTIVITY: Review Chapter 1 homework; Knot of the week tutorial \nHOMEWORK: Read Sections 7 & 8 (in Chapter 2) and Section 12 (in Chapter 3). Answer questions for Chapter 2. Practice the knots of the week. \n  \nTuesday\, Jan 28\, 2025 – 7:00PM – 9:00PM\nSESSION 3: Chapter 2: Government Regulations and State & Local Regulations; Chapter 3: Communication Afloat. (Sections 7\, 8\, & 12). \nKnot of the week: Bowline\nINSTRUCTOR: Joseph Kiceina\nGROUP ACTIVITY: Review Chapter 2 homework; Knot of the week tutorial\nHOMEWORK: Read Sections 10 & 11 (in Chapter 3). Answer questions for Chapter 3. Practice the knot of the week: Bowline. \n  \nTuesday\, Feb 4\, 2025 – 7:00PM – 9:00PM \nSESSION 4: Chapter 3: Anchoring\, Adverse Conditions and Emergencies. (Sections 10 & 11) \nKnot of the week: Cleat Hitch\nINSTRUCTOR: Nick Vandemoer\nGROUP ACTIVITY: Review Chapter 3 homework; Knot of the week tutorial \nHOMEWORK: Read Chapter 4 (Section 13 through 16). Answer questions for Chapter 4. Practice the knot of the week: Cleat Hitch. \nTuesday\, Feb 11\, 2025 – 7:00PM – 9:00PM\nSESSION 5: Chapter 4: Water Sport Safety\, Trailering\, PWC Operation\, Knots & Lines (Sections 13\, 14\, 15\, & 16). Chapter 5: Chart Basics (Section 18\, pages 195-200). \nKnot of the week: Clove Hitch with 2 Half Hitches.\nINSTRUCTOR: Michael Leyden\nGROUP ACTIVITY: Review Chapter 4 homework; Knot of the week tutorial. \nEXAM PREPARATION: Read and review the ABC and the Massachusetts Boating Law test* study sheets handed out in class. Bring a No. 2 pencil with eraser.\nHOMEWORK: Practice knot of the week: Clove Hitch with 2 Half Hitches. OPTIONAL: Read Chapter 5 (Section 17). \nTuesday\, Feb 18\, 2025 – 7:00PM – 9:00PM\nSESSION 6: EXAMINATION\, GRADING\, PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATES.  \nNote\, this an in person proctored exam to be given at the Yarmouth Fire Station in Yarmouth Port Massachusetts on Route 6A at 7:00 PM \n  \nNOTES: \n*Following successful certification of the ABC exam\, youth between the ages of 12 and 16 must successfully complete the 10-question multiple-choice Massachusetts Boating Law test to certify to operate a vessel under power without adult supervision. \n3-steps to certification. This is a basic course…just enough to make you a safe and more confident beginner. Note that the material for each week undergoes a 3-step process: reading & doing homework; attending the session; reviewing the homework. The proctors are available to review homework\, tutor in knots\, and provide individual assistance as requested. Our experience is that everyone who devotes reasonable time and effort to the 3-step process passes the exam\, often easily. \nLet us know if you would like additional tutoring or clarification on any topic. Proctors are available from 6:30PM before each class for individual assistance. If you miss a class\, be sure to keep up with the reading and homework\, and ask a proctor for the homework answers. \nboating is fun . . . let’s do it together© \nhttps://americasboatingclubcapecod.org \n  \n 
URL:https://americasboatingclubcapecod.org/event/americas-boating-course/2025-02-04/
LOCATION:Yarmouth Fire Station #2 & Zoom\, 340 Main Street\, MA-RT 6A\, Yarmouth Port\, MA\, 02675\, United States
CATEGORIES:ABC3,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Charles Burke":MAILTO:cgburke15@comcast.net
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SUMMARY:The BoatBuilders Show on Cape Cod
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://americasboatingclubcapecod.org/event/the-boatbuilders-show-on-cape-cod/
LOCATION:Emerald Resort & Conference Center\, 35 Scudder Ave\, Hyannis\, United States
CATEGORIES:All,Public Events,Social Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Richard Bender":MAILTO:rhmjbender@comcast.net
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SUMMARY:America's Boating Course
DESCRIPTION:AMERICA‘S BOATING COURSE® \nIn-Person Classroom Sessions\nYarmouth Fire Station #2\n340 Main St\, RT 6A\nYarmouth Port\, MA  02675\nClass Manager – Charles Burke  – 508-815-7706  – cgburke15@comcast.net \nClass Administrator – John Crawford  – 508-240-4603 –  johncr181@gmail.com \nRegister for class now:  email registration preferred (johncr181@gmail.com)\nhttps://americasboatingclub.org/index.php/find-a-class-near-you?zip=02643&range=20 \nAmerica’s Boating Course® is approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators and is recognized by the United States Coast Guard \nWinter 2025\nClass Fee is $60\n\nClassroom Meetings will be on January 14\, 21\, 28 and Feb  4\, 11 and 18\, 2025.\nAnyone interested in recreational boating is encouraged to\nattend this MA approved public boating course.\nWe provide essential information for every kind of boater.\nLearn about:\n•Boat Handling & Seamanship\n•Required Equipment\n•Navigation Rules of the Road\n•Knots\, Lines & Docking\n•Charts\, Lights/Sounds & Aids to Navigation\nThe course will be offered as an in-person classroom course\n\nClass schedule as of November 23\, 2024\nTuesday\, Jan 14\, 2025 – 7:00PM – 9:00PM\nREGISTRATION AND WELCOME – Pick up Student Manuals\nSESSION 1 PREPARATION:\nRead Chapter 1 in the student manual: Boat Terms\, Safety Equipment\, Going Boating (Sections 1\, 2\, & 3) before the first session. \nSESSION 1: Class Materials. Chapter 1: Boat Terms\, Safety Equipment\, Going Boating. (Sections 1\, 2\, & 3)\nINSTRUCTOR: Capt Ellie Lawrence \nGROUP ACTIVITY: Review topics about: life jackets\, emergency signals\, fire extinguishers and lines\nHOMEWORK: Read Sections 1\, 2\, & 3 (Chapter 1) and Sections 4\, 5\, & 6 (in Chapter 2). Answer questions for Chapter 1. Bring a 4 to 6-ft piece of 3/8”- diameter rope to Session 2 and each following session. \n  \nTuesday\, Jan 21\, 2025 – 7:00PM – 9:00PM\nSESSION 2: Chapter 2: Navigation Rules\, Navigation Aids\, Lights & Sound Signals. (Sections 4\, 5\, & 6). \nKnots of the week: Figure Eight (Stopper Knot) & Sheet Bend\nINSTRUCTOR: Charles Burke\nGROUP ACTIVITY: Review Chapter 1 homework; Knot of the week tutorial \nHOMEWORK: Read Sections 7 & 8 (in Chapter 2) and Section 12 (in Chapter 3). Answer questions for Chapter 2. Practice the knots of the week. \n  \nTuesday\, Jan 28\, 2025 – 7:00PM – 9:00PM\nSESSION 3: Chapter 2: Government Regulations and State & Local Regulations; Chapter 3: Communication Afloat. (Sections 7\, 8\, & 12). \nKnot of the week: Bowline\nINSTRUCTOR: Joseph Kiceina\nGROUP ACTIVITY: Review Chapter 2 homework; Knot of the week tutorial\nHOMEWORK: Read Sections 10 & 11 (in Chapter 3). Answer questions for Chapter 3. Practice the knot of the week: Bowline. \n  \nTuesday\, Feb 4\, 2025 – 7:00PM – 9:00PM \nSESSION 4: Chapter 3: Anchoring\, Adverse Conditions and Emergencies. (Sections 10 & 11) \nKnot of the week: Cleat Hitch\nINSTRUCTOR: Nick Vandemoer\nGROUP ACTIVITY: Review Chapter 3 homework; Knot of the week tutorial \nHOMEWORK: Read Chapter 4 (Section 13 through 16). Answer questions for Chapter 4. Practice the knot of the week: Cleat Hitch. \nTuesday\, Feb 11\, 2025 – 7:00PM – 9:00PM\nSESSION 5: Chapter 4: Water Sport Safety\, Trailering\, PWC Operation\, Knots & Lines (Sections 13\, 14\, 15\, & 16). Chapter 5: Chart Basics (Section 18\, pages 195-200). \nKnot of the week: Clove Hitch with 2 Half Hitches.\nINSTRUCTOR: Michael Leyden\nGROUP ACTIVITY: Review Chapter 4 homework; Knot of the week tutorial. \nEXAM PREPARATION: Read and review the ABC and the Massachusetts Boating Law test* study sheets handed out in class. Bring a No. 2 pencil with eraser.\nHOMEWORK: Practice knot of the week: Clove Hitch with 2 Half Hitches. OPTIONAL: Read Chapter 5 (Section 17). \nTuesday\, Feb 18\, 2025 – 7:00PM – 9:00PM\nSESSION 6: EXAMINATION\, GRADING\, PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATES.  \nNote\, this an in person proctored exam to be given at the Yarmouth Fire Station in Yarmouth Port Massachusetts on Route 6A at 7:00 PM \n  \nNOTES: \n*Following successful certification of the ABC exam\, youth between the ages of 12 and 16 must successfully complete the 10-question multiple-choice Massachusetts Boating Law test to certify to operate a vessel under power without adult supervision. \n3-steps to certification. This is a basic course…just enough to make you a safe and more confident beginner. Note that the material for each week undergoes a 3-step process: reading & doing homework; attending the session; reviewing the homework. The proctors are available to review homework\, tutor in knots\, and provide individual assistance as requested. Our experience is that everyone who devotes reasonable time and effort to the 3-step process passes the exam\, often easily. \nLet us know if you would like additional tutoring or clarification on any topic. Proctors are available from 6:30PM before each class for individual assistance. If you miss a class\, be sure to keep up with the reading and homework\, and ask a proctor for the homework answers. \nboating is fun . . . let’s do it together© \nhttps://americasboatingclubcapecod.org \n  \n 
URL:https://americasboatingclubcapecod.org/event/americas-boating-course/2025-01-28/
LOCATION:Yarmouth Fire Station #2 & Zoom\, 340 Main Street\, MA-RT 6A\, Yarmouth Port\, MA\, 02675\, United States
CATEGORIES:ABC3,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Charles Burke":MAILTO:cgburke15@comcast.net
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SUMMARY:CCSPS Membership Meeting Luncheon Buffet
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://americasboatingclubcapecod.org/event/ccsps-membership-meeting-luncheon-buffet/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Episcopal Church\, 3055 Main Street\, Barnstable\, 02601\, United States
CATEGORIES:All,Meetings,Social Events
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SUMMARY:America's Boating Course
DESCRIPTION:AMERICA‘S BOATING COURSE® \nIn-Person Classroom Sessions\nYarmouth Fire Station #2\n340 Main St\, RT 6A\nYarmouth Port\, MA  02675\nClass Manager – Charles Burke  – 508-815-7706  – cgburke15@comcast.net \nClass Administrator – John Crawford  – 508-240-4603 –  johncr181@gmail.com \nRegister for class now:  email registration preferred (johncr181@gmail.com)\nhttps://americasboatingclub.org/index.php/find-a-class-near-you?zip=02643&range=20 \nAmerica’s Boating Course® is approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators and is recognized by the United States Coast Guard \nWinter 2025\nClass Fee is $60\n\nClassroom Meetings will be on January 14\, 21\, 28 and Feb  4\, 11 and 18\, 2025.\nAnyone interested in recreational boating is encouraged to\nattend this MA approved public boating course.\nWe provide essential information for every kind of boater.\nLearn about:\n•Boat Handling & Seamanship\n•Required Equipment\n•Navigation Rules of the Road\n•Knots\, Lines & Docking\n•Charts\, Lights/Sounds & Aids to Navigation\nThe course will be offered as an in-person classroom course\n\nClass schedule as of November 23\, 2024\nTuesday\, Jan 14\, 2025 – 6:30PM – 9:00PM\nREGISTRATION AND WELCOME – Pick up Student Manuals\nSESSION 1 PREPARATION:\nRead Chapter 1 in the student manual: Boat Terms\, Safety Equipment\, Going Boating (Sections 1\, 2\, & 3) before the first session. \nSESSION 1: Class Materials. Chapter 1: Boat Terms\, Safety Equipment\, Going Boating. (Sections 1\, 2\, & 3)\nINSTRUCTOR: Capt Ellie Lawrence \nGROUP ACTIVITY: Review topics about: life jackets\, emergency signals\, fire extinguishers and lines\nHOMEWORK: Read Sections 1\, 2\, & 3 (Chapter 1) and Sections 4\, 5\, & 6 (in Chapter 2). Answer questions for Chapter 1. Bring a 4 to 6-ft piece of 3/8”- diameter rope to Session 2 and each following session. \n  \nTuesday\, Jan 21\, 2025 – 7:00PM – 9:00PM\nSESSION 2: Chapter 2: Navigation Rules\, Navigation Aids\, Lights & Sound Signals. (Sections 4\, 5\, & 6). \nKnots of the week: Figure Eight (Stopper Knot) & Sheet Bend\nINSTRUCTOR: Charles Burke\nGROUP ACTIVITY: Review Chapter 1 homework; Knot of the week tutorial \nHOMEWORK: Read Sections 7 & 8 (in Chapter 2) and Section 12 (in Chapter 3). Answer questions for Chapter 2. Practice the knots of the week. \n  \nTuesday\, Jan 28\, 2025 – 7:00PM – 9:00PM\nSESSION 3: Chapter 2: Government Regulations and State & Local Regulations; Chapter 3: Communication Afloat. (Sections 7\, 8\, & 12). \nKnot of the week: Bowline\nINSTRUCTOR: Joseph Kiceina\nGROUP ACTIVITY: Review Chapter 2 homework; Knot of the week tutorial\nHOMEWORK: Read Sections 10 & 11 (in Chapter 3). Answer questions for Chapter 3. Practice the knot of the week: Bowline. \n  \nTuesday\, Feb 4\, 2025 – 7:00PM – 9:00PM \nSESSION 4: Chapter 3: Anchoring\, Adverse Conditions and Emergencies. (Sections 10 & 11) \nKnot of the week: Cleat Hitch\nINSTRUCTOR: Nick Vandemoer\nGROUP ACTIVITY: Review Chapter 3 homework; Knot of the week tutorial \nHOMEWORK: Read Chapter 4 (Section 13 through 16). Answer questions for Chapter 4. Practice the knot of the week: Cleat Hitch. \nTuesday\, Feb 11\, 2025 – 7:00PM – 9:00PM\nSESSION 5: Chapter 4: Water Sport Safety\, Trailering\, PWC Operation\, Knots & Lines (Sections 13\, 14\, 15\, & 16). Chapter 5: Chart Basics (Section 18\, pages 195-200). \nKnot of the week: Clove Hitch with 2 Half Hitches.\nINSTRUCTOR: Michael Leyden\nGROUP ACTIVITY: Review Chapter 4 homework; Knot of the week tutorial. \nEXAM PREPARATION: Read and review the ABC and the Massachusetts Boating Law test* study sheets handed out in class. Bring a No. 2 pencil with eraser.\nHOMEWORK: Practice knot of the week: Clove Hitch with 2 Half Hitches. OPTIONAL: Read Chapter 5 (Section 17). \nTuesday\, Feb 18\, 2025 – 7:00PM – 9:00PM\nSESSION 6: EXAMINATION\, GRADING\, PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATES.  \nNote\, this an in person proctored exam to be given at the Yarmouth Fire Station in Yarmouth Port Massachusetts on Route 6A at 7:00 PM \n  \nNOTES: \n*Following successful certification of the ABC exam\, youth between the ages of 12 and 16 must successfully complete the 10-question multiple-choice Massachusetts Boating Law test to certify to operate a vessel under power without adult supervision. \n3-steps to certification. This is a basic course…just enough to make you a safe and more confident beginner. Note that the material for each week undergoes a 3-step process: reading & doing homework; attending the session; reviewing the homework. The proctors are available to review homework\, tutor in knots\, and provide individual assistance as requested. Our experience is that everyone who devotes reasonable time and effort to the 3-step process passes the exam\, often easily. \nLet us know if you would like additional tutoring or clarification on any topic. Proctors are available from 6:30PM before each class for individual assistance. If you miss a class\, be sure to keep up with the reading and homework\, and ask a proctor for the homework answers. \nboating is fun . . . let’s do it together© \nhttps://americasboatingclubcapecod.org \n  \n 
URL:https://americasboatingclubcapecod.org/event/americas-boating-course-3/
LOCATION:Yarmouth Fire Station #2 & Zoom\, 340 Main Street\, MA-RT 6A\, Yarmouth Port\, MA\, 02675\, United States
CATEGORIES:ABC3,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Charles Burke":MAILTO:cgburke15@comcast.net
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SUMMARY:America's Boating Course
DESCRIPTION:AMERICA‘S BOATING COURSE® \nIn-Person Classroom Sessions\nYarmouth Fire Station #2\n340 Main St\, RT 6A\nYarmouth Port\, MA  02675\nClass Manager – Charles Burke  – 508-815-7706  – cgburke15@comcast.net \nClass Administrator – John Crawford  – 508-240-4603 –  johncr181@gmail.com \nRegister for class now:  email registration preferred (johncr181@gmail.com)\nhttps://americasboatingclub.org/index.php/find-a-class-near-you?zip=02643&range=20 \nAmerica’s Boating Course® is approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators and is recognized by the United States Coast Guard \nWinter 2025\nClass Fee is $60\n\nClassroom Meetings will be on January 14\, 21\, 28 and Feb  4\, 11 and 18\, 2025.\nAnyone interested in recreational boating is encouraged to\nattend this MA approved public boating course.\nWe provide essential information for every kind of boater.\nLearn about:\n•Boat Handling & Seamanship\n•Required Equipment\n•Navigation Rules of the Road\n•Knots\, Lines & Docking\n•Charts\, Lights/Sounds & Aids to Navigation\nThe course will be offered as an in-person classroom course\n\nClass schedule as of November 23\, 2024\nTuesday\, Jan 14\, 2025 – 7:00PM – 9:00PM\nREGISTRATION AND WELCOME – Pick up Student Manuals\nSESSION 1 PREPARATION:\nRead Chapter 1 in the student manual: Boat Terms\, Safety Equipment\, Going Boating (Sections 1\, 2\, & 3) before the first session. \nSESSION 1: Class Materials. Chapter 1: Boat Terms\, Safety Equipment\, Going Boating. (Sections 1\, 2\, & 3)\nINSTRUCTOR: Capt Ellie Lawrence \nGROUP ACTIVITY: Review topics about: life jackets\, emergency signals\, fire extinguishers and lines\nHOMEWORK: Read Sections 1\, 2\, & 3 (Chapter 1) and Sections 4\, 5\, & 6 (in Chapter 2). Answer questions for Chapter 1. Bring a 4 to 6-ft piece of 3/8”- diameter rope to Session 2 and each following session. \n  \nTuesday\, Jan 21\, 2025 – 7:00PM – 9:00PM\nSESSION 2: Chapter 2: Navigation Rules\, Navigation Aids\, Lights & Sound Signals. (Sections 4\, 5\, & 6). \nKnots of the week: Figure Eight (Stopper Knot) & Sheet Bend\nINSTRUCTOR: Charles Burke\nGROUP ACTIVITY: Review Chapter 1 homework; Knot of the week tutorial \nHOMEWORK: Read Sections 7 & 8 (in Chapter 2) and Section 12 (in Chapter 3). Answer questions for Chapter 2. Practice the knots of the week. \n  \nTuesday\, Jan 28\, 2025 – 7:00PM – 9:00PM\nSESSION 3: Chapter 2: Government Regulations and State & Local Regulations; Chapter 3: Communication Afloat. (Sections 7\, 8\, & 12). \nKnot of the week: Bowline\nINSTRUCTOR: Joseph Kiceina\nGROUP ACTIVITY: Review Chapter 2 homework; Knot of the week tutorial\nHOMEWORK: Read Sections 10 & 11 (in Chapter 3). Answer questions for Chapter 3. Practice the knot of the week: Bowline. \n  \nTuesday\, Feb 4\, 2025 – 7:00PM – 9:00PM \nSESSION 4: Chapter 3: Anchoring\, Adverse Conditions and Emergencies. (Sections 10 & 11) \nKnot of the week: Cleat Hitch\nINSTRUCTOR: Nick Vandemoer\nGROUP ACTIVITY: Review Chapter 3 homework; Knot of the week tutorial \nHOMEWORK: Read Chapter 4 (Section 13 through 16). Answer questions for Chapter 4. Practice the knot of the week: Cleat Hitch. \nTuesday\, Feb 11\, 2025 – 7:00PM – 9:00PM\nSESSION 5: Chapter 4: Water Sport Safety\, Trailering\, PWC Operation\, Knots & Lines (Sections 13\, 14\, 15\, & 16). Chapter 5: Chart Basics (Section 18\, pages 195-200). \nKnot of the week: Clove Hitch with 2 Half Hitches.\nINSTRUCTOR: Michael Leyden\nGROUP ACTIVITY: Review Chapter 4 homework; Knot of the week tutorial. \nEXAM PREPARATION: Read and review the ABC and the Massachusetts Boating Law test* study sheets handed out in class. Bring a No. 2 pencil with eraser.\nHOMEWORK: Practice knot of the week: Clove Hitch with 2 Half Hitches. OPTIONAL: Read Chapter 5 (Section 17). \nTuesday\, Feb 18\, 2025 – 7:00PM – 9:00PM\nSESSION 6: EXAMINATION\, GRADING\, PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATES.  \nNote\, this an in person proctored exam to be given at the Yarmouth Fire Station in Yarmouth Port Massachusetts on Route 6A at 7:00 PM \n  \nNOTES: \n*Following successful certification of the ABC exam\, youth between the ages of 12 and 16 must successfully complete the 10-question multiple-choice Massachusetts Boating Law test to certify to operate a vessel under power without adult supervision. \n3-steps to certification. This is a basic course…just enough to make you a safe and more confident beginner. Note that the material for each week undergoes a 3-step process: reading & doing homework; attending the session; reviewing the homework. The proctors are available to review homework\, tutor in knots\, and provide individual assistance as requested. Our experience is that everyone who devotes reasonable time and effort to the 3-step process passes the exam\, often easily. \nLet us know if you would like additional tutoring or clarification on any topic. Proctors are available from 6:30PM before each class for individual assistance. If you miss a class\, be sure to keep up with the reading and homework\, and ask a proctor for the homework answers. \nboating is fun . . . let’s do it together© \nhttps://americasboatingclubcapecod.org \n  \n 
URL:https://americasboatingclubcapecod.org/event/americas-boating-course-2/
LOCATION:Yarmouth Fire Station #2 & Zoom\, 340 Main Street\, MA-RT 6A\, Yarmouth Port\, MA\, 02675\, United States
CATEGORIES:ABC3,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Charles Burke":MAILTO:cgburke15@comcast.net
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DTSTAMP:20260429T073402
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SUMMARY:CCSPS ECOM Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://americasboatingclubcapecod.org/event/ccsps-ecom-meeting/
LOCATION:Dennis Police Department\, 90 Bob Crowell Road\, South Dennis\, United States
CATEGORIES:All,Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Schwager":MAILTO:Schwag1251@yahoo.com
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DTSTAMP:20260429T073402
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T223342Z
UID:10000455-1736330400-1736701200@americasboatingclubcapecod.org
SUMMARY:New England Boat Show - Boston Convention and Exhibition Center - January 8-12\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:District 34 will have a booth at the NEBS. \nHelp needed! Please sign up to staff a shift or help with set up or\ntake down.  Here’s the link to the signup sheet:\nhttps://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/17y962X2FLXHdtGXk3zTIwdYhjH_Im089tIccWNbBZgQ/edit?usp=sharing \nIf you have any questions or trouble with the signup sheet\, please contact Barbara Herrmann at bahtg@comcast.net
URL:https://americasboatingclubcapecod.org/event/new-england-boat-show-boston-convention-and-exhibition-center-january-8-12-2025/
LOCATION:Boston Convention & Exhibition Center\, 415 Summer St\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States
CATEGORIES:All,Public Events,Social Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Barbara Herrmann":MAILTO:bahtg@comcast.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T073402
CREATED:20250107T223919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T224648Z
UID:10000456-1736236800-1736269200@americasboatingclubcapecod.org
SUMMARY:USPS|ABC Annual Meeting – Orlando\, Florida - February 2-9\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:USPS|ABC Annual Meeting – Orlando\, Florida – February 2-9\, 2025 \nPack your bathing suit and bell-bottoms and join your boating pals at the 2025 Annual Meeting of America’s Boating Club | United States Power Squadrons in Orlando!\nBook your room at Rosen Plaza Hotel by Jan. 9 to get our group rate of $189 per night. \nRegister by Jan. 3 to get early-bird discounts on meal and event tickets!
URL:https://americasboatingclubcapecod.org/event/uspsabc-annual-meeting-orlando-florida-february-2-9-2025/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:All,Education,Meetings,Social Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Valentina Bizunok":MAILTO:v6174175009@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241028
DTSTAMP:20260429T073402
CREATED:20240921T014733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T024459Z
UID:10000441-1729814400-1730073599@americasboatingclubcapecod.org
SUMMARY:District 34 Fall Conference\, October 25 - October 27\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://americasboatingclubcapecod.org/event/district-34-fall-conference-2024/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Cod Hotel\, 287 Iyannough Road\, Hyannis\, MA\, 02601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings,Social Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Valentina Bizunok":MAILTO:v6174175009@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T073402
CREATED:20240921T023249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T023249Z
UID:10000443-1728586800-1728594000@americasboatingclubcapecod.org
SUMMARY:ABC CC ECOM meeting- October 10\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://americasboatingclubcapecod.org/event/abc-cc-ecom-meeting-october-10-2024/
LOCATION:Dennis Police Department\, 90 Bob Crowell Road\, South Dennis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Schwager":MAILTO:Schwag1251@yahoo.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T073402
CREATED:20240921T021631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T021724Z
UID:10000442-1727373600-1727384400@americasboatingclubcapecod.org
SUMMARY:ABC CC/CCSPS September Membership Dinner Meeting - September 26\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:  \n 
URL:https://americasboatingclubcapecod.org/event/abc-cc-ccsps-september-membership-dinner-meeting-september-26-2024/
LOCATION:Skippy’s Pier 1\, 17 Neptune Lane\, South Yarmouth\, MA\, 02664\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings,Social Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Schwager":MAILTO:Schwag1251@yahoo.com
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