Youth Boating Safety Classes Offered in Cedarville

Boating safety classes for all ages will be offered in Cedarville Thursday, July 5, and Friday, July 6, and people who plan to take the class must register early, because space is limited. Classes will meet from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Clark Township Fire and Ambulance Hall on Meridian Street.

To register, call John Griffin at (906) 484-2022. Participants are asked to enter on the side facing First National Bank of St. Ignace, Les Cheneaux Branch.

A second course will be offered Thursday, August 2, and Friday, August 3, at the same time and location. Participants need only attend the July or the August session. They can register at the beginning of the course, but should arrive early to do so.

Information can be obtained by calling Jill Bigler at (906) 484- 2990, or sending e-mail to dbiglerpi@ aol.com.

The course is a requirement for people ages 12 to 16 years of age who want a boating license, however, adults are welcome too. Mackinac County Sheriff Marine Deputy Tom Sherlund will instruct the courses.

The Les Cheneaux Islands Association and Mackinac County Sheriff's Department are co-hosting the classes.

Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a free adult-size life jacket from the Les Cheneaux Islands Association.

The Islands Association will also offer an informal, hands-on course for anyone who wants to refresh their boating skills, taught by Diane Patrick and John Griffin, both of Cedarville.

To schedule a free session, call Mrs. Patrick at (906) 484-5555 or Mr. Griffin at (906) 484-2022.