Training

Basic Boating Skills for Women

Whether you're new to boating, or a seasoned sailor, there are always skills to learn or improve. One of the best ways to do this is to share knowledge and experience while getting to know other women with an interest in boating.

The complete series of classes cover basic navigation, communications and safety, boat handling and vessel operations, and sailing -- wind and sail power. These classes present an excellent opportunity for sharing experiences and learning in a supportive environment. As experienced boaters know, there is always something to learn.

Series I and II were completed in October and November. Here is the course information for March and April 2010:

SERIES III:  STRICTLY SAILING

Moving With the Wind   

Monday, March 15: Design and Characteristics: Dynamics and Balance                

Wednesday, March 17: Rigging: Points of Sail: The Wind and Sail Theory

Friday, March 19: Sailing in “the Groove”:  Sail Performance

SERIES IV:  BOAT HANDLING

Operating Your Vessel under Power

Tuesday, March 23: Seamanship; Outboard and Inboard Engines

Friday, March 26: Check Lists; Vessel Behavior Under Power    

Tuesday, March 30: Anchoring, Rafting, Mooring and Docking your Vessel  

Friday, April 2: Onboard the Vessel: Hands on Experience

Tuesday, April 6: Line Handling/Commonly Used Knots

If you would like information on the Basic Boating Skills for Women courses, please email Sherry Robinson at SherryR or Ann Purvis at AnnP.

Annual Training Day: To Be Announced Spring 2010