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New Member Orientation

New Member Orientation


Description

Welcome to the Freedom Boat Club New Member Orientation


Before you begin please take a moment to watch the GETTING STARTED video below. This will explain how to navigate this learning platform.


Note: you Do Not have to complete the entire course in one sitting. If you are interrupted or only have time to complete a module or two don't worry. Your progress will be saved. Just log back in when you are ready and resume where you left off.


After completing this online orientation, you will get a link to our On the Water Training calendar. There you will schedule a time for a 2-Hour On the Water session with one of our USCG Certified Captains. Once that final step is complete your reservation access will be live and you can enjoy hassle-free lake life!

Content
  • Intro
  • Welcome Video
  • Tell Us About Your Boating Experience?
  • How the Club Works
  • Boat Club Expectations: Your FBC Member Bill of Rights
  • Are Pets Allowed on Freedom Boat Club Vessels?
  • Boating With Dogs: Safety Tips
  • Is it Customary to Tip the Dockhands?
  • Tow Sports Safety
  • Slide Boat Rules
  • Kids MUST Wear Life Vests
  • Children on Board
  • Quiz 1 - How the Club Works
  • How to Make Your First Reservation
  • What to Expect on Your First Reservation with FBC
  • Reciprocal Access to Hundreds of Locations
  • Quiz 2 - Reservation System
  • Additional Training Certifications
  • Overnight/Early Checkout Privilege
  • Weather and Alcohol Policies
  • Designated Sober Skipper - Family Video
  • Take the Sober Skipper Pledge
  • Quiz 3 - Weather, Alcohol, and Overnight Policies
  • Preparation for your On-the-Water Training
  • Member Responsibilities
  • Know the Parts of the Vessel
  • How To Use Dock Poles
  • Guidelines for Departing and Returning to the Marina
  • Always Use An Engine Cut-Off Switch
  • Distracted Boating is Deadly | Always Be Aware
  • Proper Lookout and Safe Speed
  • Six Tips for Operating with Confidence
  • Trimming the Engine for Maximum Efficiency
  • Pay Attention to Aids to Navigation
  • Navigational Aids for Boating Safety
  • How to Read Buoys and Markers
  • Waterway Rules of the Road
  • Rules of the Road: Power Driven Vessels Crossing Paths
  • Rules of the Road: Vessels Approaching or Overtaking
  • Lake Norman and Lake Wylie Danger Zones
  • Incident Reports
  • How to Use SIMRAD for Depth and Navigation
  • Shallow Water Anchoring with Nic Thomas
  • Anchoring Tips
  • Anchor and Rode Location on FBC Pontoons
  • Mastering the Pivot Turn
  • In Case of Emergency
  • Enjoy Peace of Mind with FBC+
  • Member Referral Program
  • Next Steps
  • Resources
Completion rules
  • All units must be completed
  • Leads to a certificate with a duration: Forever
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