Public Education -- Boating Safety

Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 74 Brandon
Offers public education classes and promotes boating safety and accident prevention - in Brandon, Florida.
About Boating Safely (ABS) one-day program
Fee: Early registration: $35
Limited to 12 people - register early!
Register online
At http://cgaux74.org or contact our Public Education Officer at 1-800-704-4216
State requirements:
Get Your Boater Safety Education Card- Did you know that anyone born on or after January 1, 1988 must have a Boating Safety Education ID Card to legally operate a boat in Florida. The completion of a Coast Guard approved boating safety course will qualifies for this requirement.
Those who successfully complete the ABS program and exam become eligible to obtain a state-recognized Safe Boating ID card. Many insurance companies will offer discounts when you have obtained your Safe Boating card. This is the ideal basic boating safety course for busy individuals just starting out in boating or those needing a boating safety refresher or individuals who may be unable to attend our more in-depth Boating Skills and Seamanship Course.
Do you need a basic course on safe boating practices?
How about the people, who ride on your boat and in an emergency, they should know the basics of handling your boat safely.
• Website: http://cgaux74.org
• Phone: 1-800-704-4216
Free Vessel Safety Checks are offered the 1st and 3rd Saturdays monthly at Williams Park boat ramp on the Alafia River. This is a free service and if the vessel meets all requirements a decal is issued to be placed on the windshield.