This advanced course will build your knowledge of offshore navigation techniques for sail and power. It covers piloting, calculating tidal heights, meteorology and making offshore passages.

Anyone with practical experience of cruising, as well as an RYA Day Skipper Theory certificate or equivalent (see RYA Logbook G15). It is also important to have knowledge of international regulations for collision prevention at sea, flag signals and VHF operator procedures.

Meals

Participants should bring a packed lunch, you are welcome to use the fridge and microwave at the centre. Alternatively, lunch can be purchased from nearby shops and restaurants.

Refreshments

Hot drinks and water are available from the Centre.

Valuables

We do have a small safe onsite that can hold phones and car keys, however we suggest leaving expensive valuables at home.

Clothing List

We will provide all specialist equipment such as buoyancy aids, wetsuits and waterproofs.

We advise you bring:

1. Closed toe footwear
2. Warm layers would be useful such as a fleece or jumper. It can be much cooler on the water.
3. Woolly hat / Sun hat
4. Change of clothes - other than the ones you will wear afloat
5. Towel, Sun Glasses & security strap, sun screen.

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