Weather for Boaters 2023

Become a more useful crew member by learning how to operate the boat. Understand the basics of navigating, docking, preparing for bad weather, handling onboard emergencies, etc.

Avoid collisions with other boats. AIS will show you where other vessels are and how close they will come. How to integrate AIS with radar and other marine electronics.

An advanced seminar that goes beyond the basics into the science of weather. Learn about the dynamics of storms using such tools as Skew-T plots, sounding data, and weather radar

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.

Handling a boat in a variety of situations…getting on plane, trimming the boat, dealing with rough water, understanding what you can control versus what nature throws at you.