Unlock the mystery of how and why sailboats work.  This seminar will help you understand everything from powering up in light air to depowering when it gets heavy, causes of weather helm and how to balance the boat, effects of all trim adjustments for both Main and Jib sails including visual clues to know when […] Read more

This seminar will cover the US Coast Guard Nautical Rules of the Road.  Whether you are a sailor or power boater, this is essential rules of the road knowledge that applies to everyone on navigable waters.  We will cover basic terms and definitions, steering and sailing rules (both in normal and restricted visibility), right-of-way situations, […] Read more

This 3-hour seminar will introduce basic weather concepts, discuss the use of various weather forecasts and predictive tools available to mariners, and introduce the art of weather observation, strategy and tactics while on the water.  We will gain a basic understanding of air masses, temperature and pressure gradients, wind, clouds and storms. This knowledge will […] Read more

This 2-hour (+/-) online seminar will discuss topics of interest to all local sailors and power boaters, whether new or with years of experience.  Topics covered include local navigation and orientation, buoys and daymarks , basic seamanship and knowledge, hints for exploring locally, as well as hazards to be aware of and avoid.  We will […] Read more