New Mexico Boating Course
Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Know Your Boat

Chapter 2: Before You Get Underway

Chapter 3: Operating Your Boat—Safely

Chapter 4: The Legal Requirements of Boating

Chapter 5: Boating Emergencies—What To Do

Chapter 6: Enjoying Water Sports With Your Boat

Glossary of Boating Terms

State-Specific and National Definitions of Common Boating Terms

Review Questions

Where To Find Additional Information

This website is designed to be an introductory course to meet the boater education needs of recreational boaters. We encourage you to continue to learn more about boating safety.

For more advanced information, the following publications may be useful:
- U.S. Coast Guard's Navigation Rules
- Chapman Piloting: Seamanship and Boat Handling by Elbert S. Maloney
- The Annapolis Book of Seamanship by Mark Smith and John Rousmaniere
For additional courses, contact the following organizations:
- U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary (www.cgaux.org)
- U.S. Power Squadrons
- American Sailing Association
- U.S. Sailing Association

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Online boating license and certification course last modified: April 13, 2011
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