Oyster Bay Sail and Power Squadron
By Boaters, For Boaters
a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
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Videos can be effective way to learn about important boating techniques.
Take a look at these short videos. If you need more information, contact us...we're here to help.
Visual Distress Signals
This new video shows boaters the importance of Visual Distress Signals and the approved visual distress signals approved by the U.S.Coast Guard
Viewers will also learn about different types of visual distress signals. Also featured are tips for safely transporting and storing them aboard boats.
ABC - Steering Basics
Learn how to maintain directional control at minimum speed keeping your boat on a predetermined course for at least five boat lengths, employing a 360-degree lookout with visual checks to identify potential hazards.
The America's Boating Course meets and exceeds NY State Requirements - Hand-on and Personalized Instruction
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NEW Blended Classes
Virtual & In-Classroom - Approved NY State course
Safe Boating Certificate
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Fall Special 4 week America's Boating Course
3 lesson plus 1 exam night
Special - Personalized - On-Line at Home Classroom
Blended Learning
Virtual - Theory / Classroom - Discussion
Hands-On -Practice
contact Thomas - 516 987 9715
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New York State Law requires ALL power boaters to have a Safe Boating Certificate by January 1st 2025.
For more information Call Thomas -
Pre-Registration is required. Zoom
Summer Sessions Available
10 students or more
1 or 2 day sessions plus day for test
Email Sign up: PeltierTJ99@gmail.com
Must Pre-register
Start Dates:
America's Boating Course - Basic Boating
By Appointment
Blended Class: Virtual & In-Person
Other Courses:
Engine Maintenance............Fall 2025
Sail ...................... June 19th (1st Class)
Piloting ...................Fall session 2025
Advanced Piloting ... Fall session 2025
Weather ..............Fall Session 2025
For per-registration call Thomas 516 987 9715
Educational Schedule will be in accordance with NY State and USPS/America's Boating Club Guidelines
Contact us directly to learn more about our
Home Study Classroom
All students must Pre-Register for all courses and seminars to ensure sufficient supplies are available.
All educational courses were developed with an On the Water component.
Oyster Bay and its all volunteer teaching staff will be happy to be part of this exciting
"new" dimension in boater education and will welcomes all boaters.
Our certified volunteer instructors teach in various locations within the Town of Oyster Bay.
Our instructors are even available to teach at your location...Call Thomas to learn more
about setting-up a class near you.
Email or Call (Text) Thomas today to Register and learn more about our courses and seminars
516 987 9715