Navigating with GPS:
Prerequisite: none

This seminar will introduce you to the versatile Global Positioning
System (GPS) receivers. With this course you will learn simple
explanations of the system which makes GPS such an effective
navigational aid, and methods of extracting the maximum navigational
information from your equipment.
Improved position information, course planning and real time
speed/direction data improves your boating safety and cruise enjoyment,
while reducing transit time and fuel consumption.
Electronic Charting:
Prerequisite: none

This course takes over where Navigating with GPS leaves off, with the
more advanced features of electronic charting. Learn about the different
kinds of electronic charting, how they were developed, their advantages
and disadvantages, and how to use them.
Get the latest information about connecting your GPS to a laptop,
desktop, PDA or tablet computer, and navigational programs. You get
practical knowledge by using an electronic charting program that is
included on the accompanying CD with over 200 electronic charts.at handling techniques, seamanship,
piloting,
GPS navigation and charting and more, our power and sail courses will
get you and your family out on the water and back – safely.