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Originally Posted by Silver Duck
Hi Pepper
I believe that your old CG certificate is still good, but it would probably be a good idea to take the NH course (maybe on line?) to refresh your memory and build some confidence.
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A few years ago I asked NH Marine Patrol if my old US Coast Guard Auxiliary Boating Safety Courses and Certificates would satisfy the NH Boater Education requirement. The answer at that time was
NO, my USCGA certificates were too old. There have been many changes in the course material over the last few decades. Pepper's certificate is from 20 years ago, mine are even older. I do remember some of the course material though, like converting between True and Magnetic compass readings (something I don't do on the Lake). In fact I haven't had a compass at the helm for several years). Red Right Returning and some other items I don't often use on the Lake
. I was a Lieutenant in the USCGA back in the early 70's but was not too active.
The more recent USCGA certificates are accepted as are Power Squadron certificates. I don't know what year is recent enough to qualify - If in doubt, contact Marine Patrol.
This is a great topic - learning and practicing on the water. I know I practice and try to get my family to practice too. My wife wants no part of driving. My kids (now 19 and 15) like to drive but not dock or do close maneuvering. We practice though. I toss a soccer size ball in the water and maneuver to it. Put the right corner of the swim platform by the ball, or go beside it on port or starboard and such. We also maneuver to and around a floating but anchored marker that sits in about 8 feet of water.
Good advice from CaptJP and others.
There is no such thing as being "too good" at this boating stuff - safe boating to all
