Courses

Using Navigation Instruments Effectively

  • Instructor:
    Matt Fries
  • Level:
    Intermediate 201
  • Date:
    Friday, October 16
  • Time:
    2:15p - 13:45p

Join this seminar where we will  look at using instruments and electronics to navigate efficiently, safely, and comfortably on both inshore and offshore passages. Learn to make smart decisions that result in more time sailing and less time motoring while keeping to a schedule.

  • When to sail, motor or motor sail.
  • When it makes sense to deviate from the route.
  • Identifying upper and lower wind speed and wind angle limits of your boat when beating, reaching, and running.
  • When to steer to a course and when to steer to a wind angle
  • Staying flexible in high traffic and constricted areas.