Private Boating Skills with Whitman Marine Training in NJ
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Light to moderate fitness needed; ability to move around a boat comfortably is essential.
Overview
Whitman Marine Training’s private boating sessions in Laurel Springs, NJ, offer personalized instruction from certified experts. Gain essential skills from safety checks to advanced docking and open water maneuvers over a focused 4-hour course.
[Capt Bill] On the Water Modules (private)
Ages 18+ · 4 Hours · Your Location!
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About This Adventure
Experience a comprehensive 4-hour private training session with a certified NSBC instructor, perfect for both beginners and seasoned boaters. Master essential skills from safety checks to advanced docking techniques and open water maneuvering. Gain confidence and expertise in handling a vessel, ensuring a memorable and empowering boating experience.
Private Training with certified NSBC Instructor!
Duration
4 Hours
About
Whether you are new to power-boating or would like to increase your confidence in docking and maneuvering in close quarters, this course is for you. Boat Control On-Water Training Course Modules are designed to teach boat handling skills to recreational boaters or personnel hired to operate a vessel used in marine patrol. Taught by a NSBC Certified Instructor, the course will progress from safety gear and the pre-launch checklist to docking and refueling in close quarters; each maneuver is repeated advancing from idle speed to displacement mode, then planing mode.
Module 001, Introduction to Powerboating Includes:
- Pre-Launch / Pre-Departure
- Operating the vessel at idle speed
- Intro to Boaters Eye
- Standard and Urgency Stops
- Weathervane Technique
- Ferrying with the current and wind
- Return or Leaving Dock
Module 002, Precision Docking and Boat Handling Includes:
- Pre-Launch
- 180* Turn-Around or “Pivot Turn”
- Docking Alongside a Pier
- Departing a Pier
- Proper Lookout
Module 003, Open Water Boat Handling Includes:
- Boat Trim
- Stop Lanyard
- Operating in Displacement mode
- Ferrying in Displacement mode
- Holding station
- Shoreline Landings
Module 004, Open Water Advanced Maneuvering Includes:
- Recognizing Plow Mode
- Operating in Planning mode
- Avoidance Turns
- Emergency Stops
- Man Overboard procedures
Adventure Tips
Review Weather Beforehand
Conditions on water can change quickly—check wind and tide forecasts before your training session.
Dress for Water Conditions
Wear non-slip shoes and layer clothing to prepare for wind and splash on the water.
Bring Valid ID and Boating Licenses
Have proper identification and any required boating documents ready to streamline the session start.
Communicate Your Experience Level
Be upfront with your instructor about your skills so training can be tailored effectively.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Ospreys nesting along local riverbanks
- River otters seen in nearby estuaries
History
Laurel Springs’ waterways have long served as key transport routes since colonial times, shaping local commerce and recreation.
Conservation
Training emphasizes responsible boating to protect fragile aquatic habitats and reduce pollution in New Jersey’s waterways.
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Recommended Gear
Non-slip boat shoes
Provide traction and protect feet when moving on wet surfaces.
summer specific
Polarized sunglasses
Reduce glare from water for better visibility during instruction.
summer specific
Waterproof jacket
Keeps you dry and warm against wind and spray.
spring specific
Sun protection (hat and sunscreen)
Protects skin and eyes during prolonged sun exposure on the water.
summer specific