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Wilderness First Aid Certification 

ID:5404
Combining guided presentations with hands-on practice, this interactive class equips you with the skills, knowledge, and abilities to care for an ill ...  View More

Schedule : Multiple Class Schedules:   ClassRoom: Sat 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM; 1 session on 01/31/2026. 
   ClassRoom: Sun 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM; 1 session on 02/01/2026. <

Cost: $299.00

Instructor : Multiple

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Location: Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center Location : 
  Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center.

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CPR/AED/Basic First Aid 

ID:5405
This interactive class combines video with hands-on practical experience on the latest CPR skills, AED use, and basic first aid knowledge. American Sa ...  View More

Schedule : Weekly - Sat 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM; starting 2/7/2026, ending 2/7/2026

Cost: $149.00

Instructor : John Chase 

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Location: Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center Location : 
  Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center.

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Basic Map Reading & Navigation 

ID:5784
Start your journey to confident outdoor navigation by learning to use essential tools. In this hands-on lesson, you will receive a compass and a varie ...  View More

Schedule : Weekly - Tue 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM; starting 2/10/2026, ending 2/10/2026

Cost: $99.00

Instructor : Multiple

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Location: Historic Barns Park, Grand Traverse Commons (SEEDS Location : 
  Historic Barns Park, Grand Traverse Commons (SEEDS.

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Marine Navigation 

ID:5397
An America’s Boating Club course, Marine Navigation is the first in a sequence of four courses in navigation. This course covers the basics of coastal ...  View More

Schedule : Weekly - Tue 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM; 7 sessions; starting 2/17/2026, ending 3/31/2026

Cost: $199.00

Instructor : Multiple

Location: Great Lakes Campus Location : 
  Great Lakes Campus.

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Marine Electrical Systems 

ID:5399
Gain skills and understanding of marine electrical systems beginning with electricity basics, followed by boat battery systems, shore power, lighting ...  View More

Schedule : Weekly - Mon 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM; 8 sessions; starting 3/23/2026, ending 5/11/2026

Cost: $199.00

Instructor : Multiple

Location: Great Lakes Campus Location : 
  Great Lakes Campus.

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Weather 

ID:5396
An America's Boating Club course, this general weather course will benefit those sitting in their living rooms, as much as those standing behind the h ...  View More

Schedule : Weekly - Tue 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM; 10 sessions; starting 3/24/2026, ending 5/26/2026

Cost: $249.00

Instructor : Multiple

Location: Great Lakes Campus Location : 
  Great Lakes Campus.

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Sailing 

ID:5398
Discover sailing this spring on beautiful Grand Traverse Bay. Novice and experienced sailors will enjoy learning the comprehensive essentials of saili ...  View More

Schedule : Multiple Class Schedules:   ClassRoom: Weekly - Wed 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM; 10 sessions starting 3/25/2026, ending 5/27/2026. 
   ClassRoom: Weekly - Mon, Wed 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM; 8 sessions starting 6/1/2026, ending 6/24/2026. <

Cost: $299.00

Instructor : ABC Staff 

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Location: Great Lakes Campus Location : 
  Great Lakes Campus.

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America's Boating Course 

ID:5400
Learn the fundamentals of safe boating in this core America’s Boating Club course. Successful completion qualifies you for motorized boat operator cer ...  View More

Schedule : Weekly - Tue 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM; 4 sessions; starting 4/21/2026, ending 5/12/2026

Cost: $125.00

Instructor : Multiple

Location: Great Lakes Campus Location : 
  Great Lakes Campus.

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