The Coast Guard auxiliary is offering a series of spring boating classes.

Taught by experienced Coast Guard Auxiliary members with years of boating experience, the courses are from 5 to 10 weeks in length and segments can be taken in which you are interested. There is a final examination and a certificate which may save you money on your boat insurance, issued to all who complete the courses.

Your local Coast Guard Auxiliary is holding classes locally for instruction in "Boating Safely." These courses are meant for the new and returning boater to become familiar with the ever changing world on the water. Pre-registration is required.

In Queens at Fort Totten the ABC class starts March 8 at 7:30 PM. Contact Michael Kaff - 718-327-1333, michael.kaff@verizon.net

In Nassau at Weber Jr. High, Port Washington BS&S starts March 9 at 7:30 PM. Contact Ted Prager - 516-487-4793, PragerDE239@aol.com.