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<blockquote data-quote="TANSTAAFL" data-source="post: 4236389" data-attributes="member: 27098"><p>I had the license and the ability. They had power squadron classes sponsored by the Coast Guard Auxiliary which my Dad and I attended. They had two weeks worth of classes on power boating during the spring. We went to every class and at the end you got a license. The test was about two hours long and scored after the class. If you were under 16 you only were required to take 1/2 the test, if you passed it you would get a permit to pilot an outboard powered boat up to 16 feet in length. Being bored I decided to take the full test and scored in the 90's. Adults got a certificate and a card if they wanted it and teens got a certificate and card for outboard use. The two officers were surprised and started talking, and said, he took the full test and did well, and said you passed and gave me a license card that they filled out and signed. They said we're doing this since it appears you have taken this very seriously, and gave me the adult license.</p><p></p><p>Being a teen in Michigan was very fun. That card gave me some clout, actually worked in a boat sales shop washing boats during the summer, and getting to move them around the Marina to show customers, if I could get away with it I'd go onto the lake and make a wide loop. Most were speedboats or ski boats.</p><p></p><p>Largest boat I piloted was an Ocean Yacht 57. Twin Cat diesels. I was in my 20's. A summer job of prepping it for the owner's weekend excursions. I'd do that about once every couple of weeks. He paid well. He said if I could start it, I could take it out. No ignition key, but did have a start button in the engine room (a very cramped space.) </p><p></p><p>My Dad and Grandfather both had Cabin Cruisers. I've piloted 29 ft boats (my Dad's), A 36 and 40 ft boat (my grandfathers.) Back in the 80's boats were very affordable in comparison to today. I really miss my Dad and my maternal Grandfather, Ironically I never new in spite of a close relationship that my Maternal Grandfather was in the Navy, and found that out long after his death a few years back.</p><p></p><p>My Paternal Grandfather never had a boat, however he had one of the largest tool sets in his garage I've ever seen up until the time he moved out of his home and into an apartment. He was also the guy in the Meme who had a board from 1957 he put away, and used it finally in 1979...</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="TANSTAAFL, post: 4236389, member: 27098"] I had the license and the ability. They had power squadron classes sponsored by the Coast Guard Auxiliary which my Dad and I attended. They had two weeks worth of classes on power boating during the spring. We went to every class and at the end you got a license. The test was about two hours long and scored after the class. If you were under 16 you only were required to take 1/2 the test, if you passed it you would get a permit to pilot an outboard powered boat up to 16 feet in length. Being bored I decided to take the full test and scored in the 90's. Adults got a certificate and a card if they wanted it and teens got a certificate and card for outboard use. The two officers were surprised and started talking, and said, he took the full test and did well, and said you passed and gave me a license card that they filled out and signed. They said we're doing this since it appears you have taken this very seriously, and gave me the adult license. Being a teen in Michigan was very fun. That card gave me some clout, actually worked in a boat sales shop washing boats during the summer, and getting to move them around the Marina to show customers, if I could get away with it I'd go onto the lake and make a wide loop. Most were speedboats or ski boats. Largest boat I piloted was an Ocean Yacht 57. Twin Cat diesels. I was in my 20's. A summer job of prepping it for the owner's weekend excursions. I'd do that about once every couple of weeks. He paid well. He said if I could start it, I could take it out. No ignition key, but did have a start button in the engine room (a very cramped space.) My Dad and Grandfather both had Cabin Cruisers. I've piloted 29 ft boats (my Dad's), A 36 and 40 ft boat (my grandfathers.) Back in the 80's boats were very affordable in comparison to today. I really miss my Dad and my maternal Grandfather, Ironically I never new in spite of a close relationship that my Maternal Grandfather was in the Navy, and found that out long after his death a few years back. My Paternal Grandfather never had a boat, however he had one of the largest tool sets in his garage I've ever seen up until the time he moved out of his home and into an apartment. He was also the guy in the Meme who had a board from 1957 he put away, and used it finally in 1979... [/QUOTE]
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