If you missed the earlier version of How to Use GPS, be sure to catch this new, fully updated one. And don’t fool yourself: while nearly everybody uses GPS in the car or on a smartphone, marine GPS is a different animal. You’ll learn how to choose a suitable GPS chartplotter if your boat doesn’t already have one. More important, you’ll learn how to make the best use of it -- how to create waypoints, build and execute routes, and monitor your progress along the way. And there’s more! The seminar will explain how modern GPS chartplotters integrate with other electronic systems onboard, including VHF marine radio, radar, and autopilot. Your GPS will tell you where you are and how to find your destination. Start learning how to use your GPS today!
Boat Operator Certification
This seminar is required for the Boat Operator Certification level of Inland Navigator (IN)
Learn the differences between navigating on roads and waters. How to understand nautical charts, aids to navigation, use chart plotters, and plan your trip electronically.
$34.95Forecasting has improved with technology Using computer weather forecasts, internet resources, weather apps, National Weather Service products, and weather communications.
$34.95From chartering a boat in another country to gunkholing in quiet backwaters, this seminar will help you choose the beast season, destinations, meal planning, provisioning, and more.
$34.95A complete guide to planning and following a course to reach a destination on the water. Hands-on experience with electronic and paper charts for coastal and inland waterways.
$100.00The dock is near but have no fear! Leave the anxiety on shore and learn to handle your boat slowly, safely, and confidently in tight quarters. Then practice, practice, practice!
$34.95