Coast Guard offers boat safety class in Bellingham

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BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – If you’re looking to be a little safer when going out on the water, here’s an opportunity for you.

The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Bellingham and San Juan Islands Flotilla are offering opportunities to take an online course about boating safety.

According to the Coast Guard Auxiliary, the Washington State Basic Boater Education Course is for anyone wishing to learn safe boating skills.

Boaters are required to carry a Boater Education Card in the state of Washington, and the course will also help you qualify for a card.

To see the times offered for the classes that will take eight hours in all, click here.

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