Sewanhaka Power Squadron wishes to announce the beginning of its Boat Smart/Jet Smart Boating Course at Herricks Community Center, Shelter Rock Road, Herricks, New York, starting Wednesday, August 1 from 7 to 9:30 p.m.

The five-week course and instruction is free. However, there is a nominal charge of $25 for course materials. Limited space is available and advanced registration is recommended at the center. For more information, call Joe Lau at 354-8633.