United States Power Squadrons ​ America's Boating Course- This course meets the New York State education requirement for the Personal Water Craft (PWC) Operation Permit , Youth and Adult Boating Certificate. Upon successful completion, you will have met the requirements to operate a PWC or as a youth boater operate a vessel independently.

America's Boating Course provides basic boating knowledge to decide what type and size boat you need, what to do when meeting another boat in a crowded waterway, and how to recognize and handle hazards. Become a more competent boater - learn from the best, and enroll in America's Boating Course today.

This course is offered as a classroom course. Successful completion meets the boating education requirements for the operator permit of licensure in New York State. Must attend both sessions!

For more information please see the Long Island Maritime Museum website: https://www.limaritime.org/americas-boating-course.html