Seamanship S101
Build boating confidence and competence for safe and fun on-the-water adventures. Seamanship provides a foundation of knowledge and skills in boat handling and maneuvering, boat operation, skipper's responsibilities, and boating techniques that will advance your boating enjoyment.
What's included?
For both sail and power boats, Seamanship covers a wide range of topics, including:
- Types of boats and how they behave on the water
- Anchoring in various conditions
- Docking and line handling
- Close quarter maneuvering
- Rules of the road
- Communication with other boats
- How to respond to various emergencies
- Marlinespike/basic knots
- And other interesting topics
Instructor
P/Lt/C Kurt Weinheimer, AP
Biography
Kurt has been a member of CLPSPS for 11 years, a retired educational instructor, the Squadron Education Officer, and has taught Seamanship for many years. He has been know to take his students out on his sailboat 'Ardea' to augmate classrom instruction.
Current Schedule
Five weeks
March 24 - April 28, 2015
Tuesdays at 7 pm.
Location
Weinheimer Residence (Taberna)
122 Lugano Road
New Bern, NC 28562
Additional Scheduling
For course dates, check the Calendar. If not scheduled, call the Squadron Education Officer SEO. Courses will be offered based on interest and requests.