Kayaking “Elements” Series (4 Parts)
Classes
Prerequisites: None
Course length: 3 hours each class.
Class ratio: 1 instructor: 10 participants.
Location: Class setting
Climate and Weather
Learn their influence and effects for boating
Learn about global systems, influencing factors, wind, fog, warm and cold fronts, using VHF radio weather reports, forecasting and more.
Compass and Navigation
Know where you are going and how to get there
Learn about latitude and longitude, maritime charts and their use, rules and regulations and more.
Tides and Currents
Discover forecasting and use of Tables
Explore what influences tides and currents, forecasting, Rule of 12ths, 50 / 90 Rule and more.
Trip Planning
Understand what needs planning and how to do it
Know how to plan a trip, what to take, how to pack, what a trip plan is and more.