On-The-Water Skills & Jobs

An Introduction to the Maritime Industry

It is a 15-week introductory course for teens and young adults (ages 14-24) to learn on-the-water skills and explore water-related jobs and careers.  The course meets for 2-1/2 hours (on Tuesdays) at our shop and includes field trips to the Coast Guard Station, Port of Milwaukee, Milwaukee Fire Boat, and experience water safety, rowing, paddling, and powerboat docking.  This is highly recommended for teens planning to apply as an AHB Summer Intern and anyone interested in water recreation and water-related jobs.  The program will combine classroom discussion, professionalism, boating etiquette, hands-on skills, field trips, and various boating experiences.  The core of the program will work through information and assistance to pass the 5-hour online test to obtain a Boaters License, which is required by law for anyone born after 1988 to operate a motorboat or Personal Water Craft (Jet Ski) in Wisconsin. ​