Boating Bitts

Boating news, information on Instruction, Courses and tips from Gulf Islands Cruising School Ltd. Sidney, BC -Bitts- noun plural, (Nautical) A frame of two strong timbers fixed perpendicularly in the forepart of a ship, on which to fasten the cables as the ship rides at anchor, or in warping.

Monday, January 01, 2007

Boating Education

During the off season, there are lessons and courses available to increase your boating knowledge.

Pleasure Craft Operator Card
Home Study Coastal Navigation
VHF Radio Operator Certificate
E-lessons by Doug Dawson
First Mate 101 by Brenda Dawson
Private Instruction

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Bruce: I have been a Sail Canada certified instructor since 1971. Experienced on sailing vessels to 56' and motor yachts to 86'. We specialize in coaching new vessel owners in becoming competent and confident in handling their vessels.

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