News - PEI Boating Courses
Recreational Boating Courses in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
We are PEI's Boating Club. We are volunteers who teach sanctioned boating courses to boaters. And we like to socialize with other boaters.
Blue Heron Power & Sail Squadron is a unit of CPS-ECP (Canadian Power & Sail Squadrons - Escadrilles canadiens de plaisance)
Blue Heron Power & Sail Squadron is a unit of CPS-ECP (Canadian Power & Sail Squadrons - Escadrilles canadiens de plaisance)
Our Annual Winds and Waves Social Evening: March 8, 2018
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Transatlantic by Tall Ship
Thursday March 8 at 7 pm aboard HMCS Queen Charlotte on Water Street. PEI's Basil Dickson is back by popular demand. Basil was the chief liaison officer for the RDV 2017 Tall Ship Regatta during the fleet's visit to Charlottetowtn in 2017. He was inspired to sign on with the Spanish tall ship Atyla for the last leg of the race, the transatlantic crossing from Halifax to La Havre, France. He will be sharing this "bucket-list" adventure, with his presentation including pictures and video footage. Basil is a long time sailor out of the Charlottetown Yacht Club and has had other off-shore racing experiences including the Magdalen Islands, Route Halifax - St. Pierre and the Heineken Regatta in St. Martins. FREE and open to the public. |
We are offering the following basic boating courses in Charlottetown this winter*
Boating Basics, for those who do not have their PCOC card.
Three Tuesday evenings ... March 6th, 13th and 20th.
Price $60, includes study manual, examination and PCOC card application. Our examination is also accepted in the U.S.
"Get your Pleasure Craft Operator Card: All operators of motorized pleasure craft are required to show proof of operator competency. All you need to know for the Transport Canada test is presented in an easy to read format that is both informative and entertaining. You can be confident that this study guide meets all the standards established by Transport Canada’s Office of Boating Safety. As an extra benefit, When you pass this test offered by Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons, your Card is recognized by BOTH Transport Canada and The National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (USA)."
Beyond Boating Basics. Introduction to navigation, anchoring, ropes, lines, knot, what to expect when the boat is moving under power, towing, trailering and a checklist for layup and launch.
Seven Tuesday evenings January 9 to February 20.
Price of $135 for members and $175 for non-members includes the study manual with homework and answers, two nautical charts, an Aids to Navigation Insert, and the Exam.
"All boaters should have this basic course. The PCOC makes sure you have immediate navigation and safety skills, but it’s just the beginning of what you should know when you get on a boat. In this course you are introduced to navigation, anchoring, ropes, lines, knots and what to expect when the boat is moving under power. This course also covers towing, trailering and a checklist for layup and launch."
Maritime Radio. To operate a maritime radio, you need the certificate. It's the law!
Saturday March 24, 2018. You need to learn the phonetic alphabet ahead of time: click here.
The price of $110 for members and $150 non-members includes study materials, examination and certificate application.
"To operate a maritime radio, you need the certificate. It's the law! The Maritime Radio course teaches emergency radio procedures and everyday operating techniques. Learn all about the uses of marine radios, choice of frequencies, operation, phonetic alphabet, procedural words and phrases, as well as Digital Selective Calling and the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System, (DSC/GMDSS). All mariners, including recreational boaters, will want to take advantage of the many features and capabilities of this innovative form “automatic” radio. Secure your lifeline. Be sure that you and your family take the Maritime Radio course. This complete package with CD, and the new Digital Selective Calling, will prepare you for the Restricted Operator Certificate (Maritime) with DSC Endorsement exam."
You can also register online for our Charlottetown courses here:
www.boatingcourses.ca/provinces/prince-edward-island
*Other courses offered depending on interest and instructor availability.
Three Tuesday evenings ... March 6th, 13th and 20th.
Price $60, includes study manual, examination and PCOC card application. Our examination is also accepted in the U.S.
"Get your Pleasure Craft Operator Card: All operators of motorized pleasure craft are required to show proof of operator competency. All you need to know for the Transport Canada test is presented in an easy to read format that is both informative and entertaining. You can be confident that this study guide meets all the standards established by Transport Canada’s Office of Boating Safety. As an extra benefit, When you pass this test offered by Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons, your Card is recognized by BOTH Transport Canada and The National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (USA)."
Beyond Boating Basics. Introduction to navigation, anchoring, ropes, lines, knot, what to expect when the boat is moving under power, towing, trailering and a checklist for layup and launch.
Seven Tuesday evenings January 9 to February 20.
Price of $135 for members and $175 for non-members includes the study manual with homework and answers, two nautical charts, an Aids to Navigation Insert, and the Exam.
"All boaters should have this basic course. The PCOC makes sure you have immediate navigation and safety skills, but it’s just the beginning of what you should know when you get on a boat. In this course you are introduced to navigation, anchoring, ropes, lines, knots and what to expect when the boat is moving under power. This course also covers towing, trailering and a checklist for layup and launch."
Maritime Radio. To operate a maritime radio, you need the certificate. It's the law!
Saturday March 24, 2018. You need to learn the phonetic alphabet ahead of time: click here.
The price of $110 for members and $150 non-members includes study materials, examination and certificate application.
"To operate a maritime radio, you need the certificate. It's the law! The Maritime Radio course teaches emergency radio procedures and everyday operating techniques. Learn all about the uses of marine radios, choice of frequencies, operation, phonetic alphabet, procedural words and phrases, as well as Digital Selective Calling and the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System, (DSC/GMDSS). All mariners, including recreational boaters, will want to take advantage of the many features and capabilities of this innovative form “automatic” radio. Secure your lifeline. Be sure that you and your family take the Maritime Radio course. This complete package with CD, and the new Digital Selective Calling, will prepare you for the Restricted Operator Certificate (Maritime) with DSC Endorsement exam."
You can also register online for our Charlottetown courses here:
www.boatingcourses.ca/provinces/prince-edward-island
*Other courses offered depending on interest and instructor availability.
CPS-ECP Membership Benefits
- French, Mandarin and English boating courses.
- Discounts on courses.
- Cowan Insurance Group boat, home and auto insurance discounts www.cowangroup.ca.
- C-Tow recovery service membership discounts: www.c-tow.ca.
- Weems and Plath discounts on products ordered through their website www.weems-plath.com.
- Canadian Yachting (English) or L'Escale Nautique (French) magazine subscriptions.
- Salus Marine Wear product discounts on orders placed through CPS-ECP national office www.salusmarine.com.
- Fugawi product discounts ordered through their website www.fugawi.com.
- National Marine Products discounts www.alexmile.com.
- Fortress Marine Anchors FX 37BP anchor discount www.fortressanchors.com.
- Steveston Marine online and in-store discounts www.stevestonmarine.com.
- Rona store discounts www.rona.ca.
- Ports Cruising Guides discounts purchased through CPS-ECP www.portsbooks.com.
- BOAT/US membership discount www.boatus.com.
- National Care Rental discounts in Canada and USA www.nationalcar.ca.
- Choice Hotels discounts www.choicehotels.ca.
- Great Lakes Cruising Club online webinars www.glcclub.com.
For details, please visit the Member’s Benefits section at: www.cps-ecp.ca.
Our Local Calendar
Winter
- Courses.
- Combined Winds and Waves Social, Graduation, Instructor Appreciation, AGM at HMCS Queen Charlotte. Open to the public, no charge.
- Finalize budget for the new fiscal year.
- Develop the summer/fall course advertising plan.
- Distribute brochures to boats in the marinas to advertise our courses.
- Social media and other media promotion of winter courses.
- Course information/registration evening at HMCS Queen Charlotte. Open to the public, no charge.
Sponsor a Dock Ladder
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Inspired by a tragic incident one winter, members of Blue Heron Power & Sail Squadron coordinated installation of sponsored dock ladders along the Charlottetown waterfront. The first locations for these ladders were the marinas at Charlottetown Yacht Club and Quartermaster Marina. Sponsor one of these sturdy aluminum ladders for $200. A 9" x 5" plaque will be placed at the ladder displaying your name or business. To confirm your sponsorship please contact Greg MacKay at 902-566-6777 or use our email form on Contact Us.
About Canadian Power & Sail Squadrons: "Canadian Power & Sail Squadrons - Escadrilles Canadiennes de plaisance (CPS-ECP) is a nationwide organization of boating enthusiasts. Their aim is to increase boating safety and enjoyment by providing instruction in all phases of seamanship and navigation, both power and sail. It is a charitable, membership-type organization, incorporated under the Companies Act of Canada. Except for a small paid staff in the national office, all teaching and administrative work is done by volunteers. CPS is non-governmental, non-regulatory and non-military. It is not restricted to boat owners, nor owners of large yachts. Purely and simply, it is a dedicated group interested in increasing safety and pleasure on the waterways through education."
