Are you ready for the boating season? The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 2205 will be offering several boating classes in June 2004. All classes are conveniently located at the Waterfront Center, 1 West End Avenue, Oyster Bay (entrance left of Roosevelt Beach). The following classes will be given by experienced auxiliary instructors:

* America's Boating Course-1 (ABC)-a one-day course, Saturday, June 19, from 8:15 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Topics covered include navigation, knot tying, navigational aids, radio communication, the "rules of the water" and more. Certificates issued same day! Course fee is $50. Visa/MasterCard/Amex accepted.

* America's Boating Course-2 (ABC) repeats, one-day, Saturday, June 26.

* America's Boating Course-3 (ABC) Three nights June 28, 29 and 30 from 7 to 9 p.m.

* GPS for Mariners- a one-day course, Call or check email address for details. Learn how to use your GPS navigator.

The ABC course satisfies New York State requirements for all operators of Personal Watercraft and for ages 10-18 to operate a boat alone. Many insurance carriers offer discounts upon completion.

For further information or to register visit us at www.cgauxoysterbay.org or call (516) 662-7078

The Coast Guard Auxiliary is a part of the Department of Homeland Security. If you are interested in joining other volunteers in helping the boating public and the country, please contact us at www.cgauxoysterbay.org or call (212) 629-0881 or (516) 922-7848.