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Knots and Line Handling: The Knots You Need to Know

Do you know which knots to use in every situation? Learn to securely attach your boat and other useful applications.

Learn how to secure your boat to docks, piers, and other boats; handle rescue and repair situations; manage running rigging; anchor securely; and tow other vessels or people.  This seminar has been designed to help you to know which lines and knots to use in each situation.  You'll gain knowledge and hands-on experience selecting the appropriate line and tying the 10 most useful knots, bends, and hitches; and you'll learn how to care for the lines on your boat and on the dock.

Knots and Line Handling is offered as an individual seminar or it may be taken as part of the Boat Handling course. Save by taking the whole course.

 

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America’s Boating Club® offers you a For Boaters, By Boaters® experience. We’re passionate about helping recreational boaters to develop the skills and confidence they need to have a safe, fun, and rewarding boating experience. And we’re passionate about having fun together and giving back to our communities.

As a member, you will be part of a group that continues to learn, laugh, and help others. By participating in our social and boating activities, education programs, and community you'll create lifelong memories and friendships.

 

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Members enjoy discounts on a wide variety of valuable products and services — classes, insurance, travel, health services, and more. Check out our complete list of member benefit discounts here:

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How to Join

Becoming a member is easy. Here’s how:

  1. Email us at help@usps.org and we can guide you through the process.
  2. Become an “online only” member by joining our cyber squadron.
  3. Call headquarters and speak to someone in membership 888-367-8777 ext. 219 for Lynnda Stevens or ext. 229 for Deliah Holloway.