The United States Power Squadrons® will be teaching a one day recreational boating safety course at the Boothbay Region YMCA on Saturday, April 2. This is an eight-hour course which covers Maine boating laws, boat handling, and boat safety equipment. This is a NASBLA certified course with issuance of an operators license upon passing the course exam. Completing this course will increase your confidence and skills as a boater and most boat insurance companies offer premium discounts for completion - so start out your boating adventures as a ready and informed operator.

Preregistration is required by Thursday, March 17. Cost is $65 individual or $80 for couples sharing materials.

To register, contact John McMullen, Wawenock Squadron education officer, at postms@comcast.net or 207-433-7848.