The USPS Boating Course (Basic Boating) is a traditional civic service of the United States Power Squadrons organization. Since 1914 local squadrons have presented the course to anyone who wished to attend - to date more than 3 million people. Learning to boat safely is important and the increased knowledge will enhance your safety on the water and your enjoyment of the sport.
There are now two courses, The Squadron Boating Course and The Boat Smart Course, designed to be useful to all boaters, from the fisherman in an outboard to the skipper of a large cruiser or sailboat. All boaters are subject to nautical rules and regulations. Skippers should learn and respect traditional boating courtesies. The courses are meant to be of interest to the entire family; older children are welcome. We encourage your family to attend as a group.
Contact the Santa Barbara Power Squadron (SBPS) Squadron Education Officer education@sbpss.org for more information about when the Basic Boating class will next be offered.
For more information about membership in the SBPS contact membership@sbpss.org