Wow, just finnished a class that was put on by the USCG.  I learned so much and also how dangerous boating really can be if you are not well educated in different scenarios.  But i would highly recommend everyone to take some sort of boating class before you operate it again.  Also there are alot of laws that you would probably never think of that they can ding you with fines for.

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A-Jay

Great, Carrington. Was that class for the required certification that all Virginia boat operators have to posses at some point?

yes, i am now legally registered to drive a boat.  from my understanding if you are 35 or younger you must have this class by next year.  Also everybody must have the class by 2014 i believe.  The class has taught me how to truly be safe and have fun.  Now i have to buy all the safety equipment though > since its required by laws that i did not know.  but its for the good in the long run.

Congratulations!  The best thing you could have done.

Another plus is many insurance companies offer discounts for taking one.  I know Progressive does.

awesome, i did not know that.