PA Safe Boater Course

Peters Marine Service now offers the Pennsylvania Safe Boater Course in house. We believe in safe boating. So if you ever wanted to learn some basic rules of boating call us and reserve your seat today.

The course is held over two Saturdays March 29th and April 5th from 9:00AM to 1:00 PM each day.

After successful completion of the course you will receive a temporary PA Safety Education Certificate. This certificate can then be used to apply for a permanent PA Boating Safety Education Card.

Basic Facts:
Who can attend this course? Any PA resident 12 years of age or older.
Is this required to operate a PWC (Jet Ski) in Pennsylvania? Yes, this certificate is required to operate a PWC in Pennsylvania.
Is this required to operate a boat in Pennsylvania? Yes, if you where born after January 1st, 1982. Special note: The State of New Jersey requires a Safety Certificate for all ages.
Is this course recognized nationwide? Yes, the PA Safety Education Course is recognized nationwide.

Call us for more details and to reserve your seat. Call: 610-433-1606.

Is Winter over???

You know, although I'm an avid boater, I really do like the winter months. I enjoy the scenery of fresh fallen snow, a warm fire with a good glass of wine and I also love to hit the slopes. Usually, at this time of year I'm hoping for one more good snow. If any of you are snow skiers, you know there's nothing like first tracks and fresh powder! However, in our area, let's just say that skiing has been 'less than stellar' this year and leave it at that. But instead of getting down over missing out on the snow skiing this year, I've found myself wishing for an early Spring so I can get a head start on some boating!

The days are starting to get longer, the sun is feeling nice and warm on my skin and it looks like the temperatures are on the rise. I'm so tempted to take a boat to the lake the first time we get a sunny, 55-degree day! It's funny... 55-degrees in the Fall is chilly, but 55-degrees in late Winter/early Spring is a beautiful day! I guess it's all relative.

Anyways, what do any of you think? Are you ready to go boating? Feel free to leave some comments on your thoughts!

Great old video on boating safety with Patty Duke. Is that an old Sea Ray?

Spring is almost here!

Spring is in the air! Old man winter is fading away. It will not be long now! The waterfronts at Beltzville, Wallenpaupack, and Blue Marsh will start to transform. It’s time to get the boat polished up, check all systems, and maybe install some new toys like a GPS, grill, or new covers. I like to beat the crowds and make sure I am ready for the first warm day. After a long winter your first spring cruise is like you are going boating again for the first time. Bring on spring!