- August 24, 2019
9:00 am - 1:30 pm
This course provides you with basic boating knowledge to decide what type and size boat you need, what to do when meeting another boat in a crowded waterway, and how to recognize and handle hazards.
- Meet at South Coast Sailing
August 31, 2019
8:10 am - 8:30 am - Charter
August 31, 2019
8:30 am - 12:30 pm
staff
Join us on a Colgate 26 that we will “chip in on” to charter for 4 hours from South Coast Sailing in Kemah. The cost of the charter is $235, and I’m setting the max number of participants to 6, including myself, so if we have a full boat, the cost will be $39.17 per (more…)
Event Phone: 832-570-3663
- Session 1
September 3, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Session 2
September 10, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Session 3
September 17, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Session 4
September 24, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Session 5
October 1, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Session 6
October 8, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Session 7
October 15, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Session 8
October 22, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Review & Test Handout
October 29, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Advanced Piloting is the second in the sequence of USPS courses on navigation. It continues to build coastal and inland navigation skills.
- September 4, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Monthly business meeting.
- September 7, 2019
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
This course provides you with basic boating knowledge to decide what type and size boat you need, what to do when meeting another boat in a crowded waterway, and how to recognize and handle hazards.
Event Phone: 713-865-6992
- Radio History & Communication Elements
September 10, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - VHF-FM Radio Communications
September 17, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - No Class
September 24, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - No Class
October 1, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - GMDSS
October 8, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - FCC Rules, Maritime Radio Licenses
October 15, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Other Marine Communication Services
October 22, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Review
October 29, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Exam
November 5, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Marine MF/HF Radios (optional)
November 12, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Learn voice communications and the use of digital selective calling (DSC), and get the skills you need for a day sail or offshore adventure. Learn in an interactive classroom environment.
Event Phone: 281-451-1146
- Introduction to Navigation
September 10, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Tools of Piloting
September 17, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Plotting and Planning Techniques
September 24, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Plotting and Planning Techniques
October 1, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - OpenCPN
October 8, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Beginning GPS
October 15, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Monitoring Progress
October 22, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Practical Navigation Tips
October 29, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Review & Exam Distribution
November 5, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Exam Return
November 12, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Learn the essentials of coastal and inland navigation using basic GPS, charts and other marine data, dead reckoning techniques, as well as ensuring that you are on-course while underway.
Event Phone: 713-865-6992
- Properties of Electricity
September 12, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - No Class
September 19, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - No Class
September 26, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Boat Electrical Wiring Practices and Diagrams
October 3, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Direct Current Power
October 10, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Alternating Current Power
October 17, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Galvanic & Stray Current Corrosion/Lightning Protection
October 24, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Trouble Shooting and Repair
October 31, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Review
November 7, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Final Exam
November 14, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Gain the confidence to tackle direct current, shore power and communications installations, understand galvanic and stray current corrosion systems, lightning protection and more.
Event Phone: 409-682-5575
- Introduction
September 14, 2019
9:00 am - 11:00 am - The Boat
September 21, 2019
9:00 am - 11:00 am - Slow Speed
September 28, 2019
9:00 am - 11:00 am - At Sea
October 5, 2019
9:00 am - 11:00 am - Rules of the Road
October 12, 2019
9:00 am - 11:00 am - Anchoring & Mooring
October 19, 2019
9:00 am - 11:00 am - Emergencies
October 26, 2019
9:00 am - 11:00 am - Marlinspike
November 2, 2019
9:00 am - 11:00 am - Review & Examination
November 9, 2019
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
A foundation of knowledge and skills in boat handling and maneuvering, boat operation, skipper’s responsibilities, and boating techniques that will advance your boating enjoyment.
Event Phone: 281-451-1146
- Introduction to Navigation
September 16, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Tools of Piloting
September 23, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Plotting and Planning Techniques
September 30, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Plotting and Planning Techniques
October 7, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - OpenCPN
October 14, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Beginning GPS
October 21, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Monitoring Progress
October 28, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Practical Navigation Tips
November 4, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Review & Exam Distribution
November 11, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Exam Return
November 18, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Learn the essentials of coastal and inland navigation using basic GPS, charts and other marine data, dead reckoning techniques, as well as ensuring that you are on-course while underway.
- September 21, 2019
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
This course provides you with basic boating knowledge to decide what type and size boat you need, what to do when meeting another boat in a crowded waterway, and how to recognize and handle hazards.
- Instruction Dates
September 23, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - 5 Minute presentation
September 30, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - 10-minute presentation
October 7, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - 15-minute presentation
October 14, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Presentation Make-up
October 21, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Lesson Plans Due
October 28, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Gain confidence and practical skills needed to deliver training professionally and interestingly.
- September 26, 2019
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Celebrates the international maritime industry’s contribution towards the world’s economy, especially in shipping.
Event Phone: 832-512-9582
- Session 1
September 26, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Session 2
October 3, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Session 3
October 10, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Session 4
October 17, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Session 5
October 24, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Session 6
October 31, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Session 7
November 7, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Session 8
November 14, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Session 9
November 21, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Presentation, Review & Exam
November 23, 2019
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Gain the confidence and practical skills needed to explore ports and coves for a weekend or weeks at a time.
- September 27, 2019 - September 28, 2019
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Public Outreach, Education Course Promotion, Safety Equipment Display
- September 28, 2019
9:00 am - 1:30 pm
This course provides you with basic boating knowledge to decide what type and size boat you need, what to do when meeting another boat in a crowded waterway, and how to recognize and handle hazards.
- October 2, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Monthly business meeting.
- October 5, 2019
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
This course provides you with basic boating knowledge to decide what type and size boat you need, what to do when meeting another boat in a crowded waterway, and how to recognize and handle hazards.
- October 19, 2019
9:00 am - 1:30 pm
This course provides you with basic boating knowledge to decide what type and size boat you need, what to do when meeting another boat in a crowded waterway, and how to recognize and handle hazards.
- October 26, 2019
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
This course provides you with basic boating knowledge to decide what type and size boat you need, what to do when meeting another boat in a crowded waterway, and how to recognize and handle hazards.
- November 6, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Monthly business meeting.
Event Phone: 281-451-1146
- November 23, 2019
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
This seminar focuses on new technologies and techniques for presenting to adult audiences.
- December 4, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Monthly business meeting.
- December 7, 2019
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
This course provides you with basic boating knowledge to decide what type and size boat you need, what to do when meeting another boat in a crowded waterway, and how to recognize and handle hazards.
Event Phone: 281-451-1146
- December 7, 2019
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
This course provides you with basic, accredited, first aid, CPR, and AED training with an emphasis on maritime aid.
- January 8, 2020
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Monthly business meeting.
- January 11, 2020
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
This course provides you with basic boating knowledge to decide what type and size boat you need, what to do when meeting another boat in a crowded waterway, and how to recognize and handle hazards.
- February 5, 2020
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Monthly business meeting.
Event Phone: 281-451-1146
- March 7, 2020
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
This course provides you with basic, accredited, first aid, CPR, and AED training with an emphasis on maritime aid.