Congratulations for getting into boating.
Most likely we got started by an old timer needing a companion when we were 13. Spent time with him/her until we bought our own boat. The next thing you know you are captain of a 37 foot sportfisher. Eventually downsizing as years go by.
I found this on line and it may be helpful.
http://onthewatertraining.com/
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I am a retired workaholic and continuing aquaholic