South Australia Boat Licence

Do 🫵 need a boat licence?

Join us TOMORROW NIGHT in Murray Bridge to get it done in our popular all-in-one licence course.

Deets and bookings: www.saboatinglicence.com.au/product/murray-bridge

Keen to hit the water?

Join us TOMORROW night in Adelaide to get your qualification sorted!

Deets 👉 www.saboatinglicence.com.au/product/richmond

🔴 Stop before you spray! 🧴🚤

Did you know that spray-on sunscreen is one of the quickest ways to ruin your boat’s interior? It doesn’t just protect you; the chemicals react with marine vinyl and gelcoats, leaving stubborn, slippery stains and causing premature cracking. It's like applying permanent marker to your seats.

⚓ The Golden Rules:
✅ Apply all spray sunscreens on the jetty before you step on board.
✅ If you must reapply while out, use old-school lotion or cream.
✅ Never spray into the wind on a moving vessel (it just stains the deck/windshield/people behind you).

Bananas 🍌 - you just can't trust them 👀

Many seasoned fishers believe bringing a banana on a boat is the ultimate bad luck. 🚫🍌

The legend goes back to the 1700s, when ships carrying bananas had to sail so fast (to prevent the fruit from rotting) that the crew never had time to catch fish. Others say the fermenting fruit released gases that were dangerous to the crew or that they harbored venomous spiders.

Your wash, your responsibility. 🚤💨

Did you know you can be held legally liable for any damage or injury caused by your wake? Whether it’s rocking a boat at a pontoon, eroding a riverbank, or knocking a kayaker off balance, "I wasn't speeding" is not a legal defence.

⚓ The Facts:
✅ Skippers have a "General Safety Obligation" to operate safely. Navigating in a way that causes damaging wash is an offence, and you can be held financially liable for any damage caused.

✅ Most boats create the most wash when "half on the plane" (ploughing). You actually create less wash by either dropping to a slow idle or getting fully up on the plane quickly.

The Golden Rule: Just look behind you! If your wake is breaking on the shore or making other boats toss and turn, you’re going too fast.

Join us in Port Victoria for our ONLY COURSE in town this year! 🚤

Check it 💻 https://www.saboatinglicence.com.au/product/port-victoria

Ready for the Easter long weekend on the water? 🚤🐰

Whether you’re hitting the River Murray or launching along the coastline, a little prep goes a long way during the holiday rush.

✅ Lifejackets: Double-check yours are in good nik (and actually inflate)

✅ Fuel & battery: Most holiday breakdowns are preventable - do a quick check before you hit the ramp.

✅ Weather watch: Easter weather can shift quickly; keep the BOM marine forecast handy.

✅ Beat the rush: Plan to launch early at popular spots like North Haven or O'Sullivan Beach to avoid the crowds.

And of course, don't forget your licence!

Kingston SE'ers, this is the LAST CHANCE to get it done locally until next season!

Join us tonight, get it DONE and hit the water this long weekend 🚤🐰

Check it 💻 saboatinglicence.com.au/product/kingston-se

It's a smart idea to use the rule of thirds when fuelling up for a trip.

1️⃣/3️⃣ of your fuel to reach your destination
1️⃣/3️⃣ to return from your destination
1️⃣/3️⃣ for reserve

Whilst you might need to sell a kidney to fill the tank at the moment, at least you won't be stranded.

4 DAY WEEKEND WOOOOO

If you're looking to hit the water this long weekend, we've got you covered with licence courses running state-wide THIS WEEK!

🗓 Monday 30th March
☑️ Mount Gambier - saboatinglicence.com.au/product/mount-gambier

🗓 Tuesday 31st March
☑️ Kingston SE - saboatinglicence.com.au/product/kingston-se

🗓 Wednesday 1st April
☑️ Mannum - saboatinglicence.com.au/product/mannum
☑️ Port Adelaide - saboatinglicence.com.au/product/portadelaide

🗓 Thursday 2nd April
☑️ SOLD OUT 😭

🗓 Friday 3rd April
☑️ Long weekend - gon' boatin'

🗓 Saturday 4th April
☑️ Long weekend - gon' boatin'

🗓 Sunday 5th April
☑️ Long weekend - gon' boatin'