Sat, Sep 12
|Chicago
Basic Powerboat Cruising
Beginner to intermediate, 33 ft. boats and larger equipped with through-hull prop shafts and rudders
Time & Location
Sep 12, 2026, 9:00 AM – Sep 13, 2026, 5:00 PM
Chicago, Diversey Harbor, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
About the event
Ready to take the helm with confidence? This hands-on course is designed for anyone who wants to safely operate a cruising powerboat and sharpen their boat-handling skills. Over the course of 16 hours, you’ll split time between engaging classroom learning and real on-the-water training aboard a full-sized yacht.
Recognized by the U.S. Coast Guard as a standard in boat handling, this certification is your gateway to bigger boating adventures—whether that means docking confidently in Chicago’s busy harbors or preparing for your first charter in the islands.
On the Water, You’ll Learn:
How to start and handle engines and onboard systems
Docking and maneuvering in tight quarters
Steering ranges and navigating to destinations
Registrations
One Mariner Registration
Sale ends
Sep 11, 2026, 5:00 PM
one-day classroom session, where you'll delve into essential boating knowledge. Following this, immerse yourself in a thrilling one-day on-the-water session to put your newly acquired skills into practice.
$850.00
+$21.25 ticket service fee
Total
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