First Aid at Sea Class

for Commercial Fishermen and Recreational Boaters

First Aid at Sea with Art Cole: A Coast Guard approved First Aid at Sea workshop.

Learn how to treat hypothermia, near drowning and other incidents while on the water.

Topics Covered Include:

  • CPR

  • Patient assessment

  • Hypothermia and cold water response

  • Near drowning

  • Shock and trauma

  • Burns and fractures

  • Choking and patient immobilization

  • First Aid kits

About Instructor Art Cole: Art is a retired Fire Fighter and EMT that has been delivering first aid at sea classes to to the commercial fishing industry and recreational boaters for over 15 years.

Date: Tuesday October 13th , 2026:

Time: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Fee for Workshop:  $125 |  Members $100

Location:  Gig Harbor BoatShop at Eddon Boatyard - Joiner Shop

Class space is is limited.

Ages 16+ Welcome (minors must be accompanied by an adult)

Questions? Need a member discount code? Call (253) 857-9344 or email info@gigharborboatshop.org for more information.