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Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron 1 2012-13 Education Programs

Boating Education Programs 2012 - 2013

Sanibel Captiva

Sail and Power Squadron A Unit of the United States Power Squadrons®


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SAIL & POWER SQUADRONSAIL & POWER SQUADRONSAIL & POWER SQUADRONSAIL & POWER SQUADRON A Unit of the

UNITED STATES POWER SQUADRONS®

www.usps.org/localusps/sancap

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE for 2012-2013

BRIDGE OFFICERS

Commander Cdr Sami Lucas, JN

[email protected]

Executive Officer Lt/C Chap Vail, AP

[email protected]

Educational Officer Lt/C Jack Purse, JN

[email protected]

Administrative Officer Lt/C Victoria Ross, AP

[email protected]

Secretary Lt/C David Ross, P

[email protected]

Treasurer Lt/C Ellen Trevor, S

[email protected]

MEMBERS-AT-LARGE

P/C Hal Theiss, N

Roger Heider, P

Lt Tom Niswonger, S

Lt Nick Googin

ASSISTANT OFFICERS

Assist. ED Officer R/C Steve Abbott, N

[email protected]

Assist. Secretary 1/Lt Georgia Plumb

Assist. Treasurer 1/Lt John Fridlington, S


About the SANIBEL CAPTIVAAbout the SANIBEL CAPTIVAAbout the SANIBEL CAPTIVAAbout the SANIBEL CAPTIVA

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The Sanibel Captiva Sail and Power Squadron (SCSPS) was founded

in 1975. It is a unit of the United States Power Squadrons (USPS®), which has

promoted boating education and activities since 1914. At the San Cap Squadron,

a 501(c)(3) organization, we have three main objectives:

Safety – we promote boating safety within our

community via several community service projects;

Education – we teach boating courses and seminars

covering every aspect of safe and responsible boating,

from kayaking to off-shore cruising;

Social – our activities include Monthly Dinners,

Cruise & Rendezvous (C&R’s) luncheons,

as well as various other social get-togethers.

Taking a class is not a prerequisite for membership. We welcome all boating

enthusiasts, whether you currently own a boat or are just yearning.

With relevant boating experience, or after taking some of our classes, you

might consider becoming an Instructor as this is a very rewarding experience

offering a valuable service to our community. Conducting a unit on Boating Safety

for the 6th Graders at the Sanibel Public School is an important part of our

Education Program. Perhaps you have expertise in first aid or some other field that

matches the goals of our Boating Education Program.

Our Certified Examiners perform Vessel Safety Checks with the mission of

helping recreational boaters prepare for safe, fun boating experiences. While

inspecting boats for mandated safety equipment, discussions are held concerning

boating education and safety.

Through the Co-operative Charting program, volunteers work with the

Marine Chart Division, National Ocean Service, National Oceanic and

Atmospheric Administration of the U.S. Dept of Commerce (NOS/NOAA) to help

to keep nautical charts accurate, especially portions of our local waters shown on

Chart # 11427.

Our Squadron Emergency Response Assistance Team (SERAT), the first

team within the USPS, trains boating crews to render help to the local professional


Marine Emergency Response personnel in the event of an on-the-water emergency.

Our Social Programs are the result of many volunteers who lead Cruise &

Rendezvous, organize our monthly meetings and dinners, and plan our other on-and

-off-the-water activities.

There are many opportunities to participate in our squadron’s activities, from

lending a helping hand to becoming involved in our leadership. Learn more by

reviewing the Membership Handbook or going to our website:

http://www.usps.org/localusps/sancap/

BECOME A MEMBER OF THE USPS and SCSPSBECOME A MEMBER OF THE USPS and SCSPSBECOME A MEMBER OF THE USPS and SCSPSBECOME A MEMBER OF THE USPS and SCSPS If you have an interest in boating, sail or power, membership in the Sanibel-

Captiva Sail & Power Squadron will benefit you. We have members who have

boated our local waters for over 50 years, others are new to the area and others

have never owned a boat of their own. Our Squadron’s Membership is a

tremendous resource. No matter what your boating experience, we can help you

learn the local waters and learn more about boats and boating.

Our members boat’s range from kayaks to cruising yachts. Our sailors have

sailed all over the world. Some members do not own boats but enjoy the social

aspects of membership — it’s always great to “crew” or just be a passenger on

someone else’s boat!

All graduates of the ABC3® course are given a free six-month Trial Member-

ship, enabling them to attend our meetings, meet other members, and take courses

and seminars at the Member rates. At the end of the trial period, we hope they will

recognize the benefits and become a full dues-paying member of our Squadron!

USPS negotiates on the behalf of all members to obtain great discounts for

boat, medical, disability, and life insurance, marine supplies, world travel, and an

assortment of other programs and products. Visit the Member Benefits webpage to

learn how your membership dues can benefit YOU:

http://www.usps.org/national/admin_dept/membenefitslist.htm

When paying dues, you will notice a breakdown in the fees. All members pay

dues to the National, the District, and their local squadron. In addition, you have

the opportunity to make other tax-deductable contributions (depending on your

personal situation) to various funds and programs managed at the National level.

A Membership Application is available on the inside back cover of this

booklet, on our website or by contacting our Membership Chair.

[email protected]


BOATING EDUCATION PROGRAMBOATING EDUCATION PROGRAMBOATING EDUCATION PROGRAMBOATING EDUCATION PROGRAM A wide variety of courses are offered in different formats.

Boating Course – America’s Boating Course (ABC3®) is our basic boating

course. This is a great course for the new boater and satisfies the educational re-

quirements for boat operation in all states.

Advanced Courses – These start with Seamanship, which builds on the basic

ABC3 course, and ends with Navigation which could enable you to navigate

around the world. Courses can run from eight to sixteen 2-hour class sessions.

Elective Courses – Cruise Planning, Engine Maintenance, Marine Electrical

Systems are a few of the courses offered. Electives can run from four to twelve

class sessions.

Seminars – Over twenty seminars are offered. Most are about two hours long – a

few run four to six hours. Almost all include take-away guides and other reference

material.

More details about each course are contained in this booklet. A schedule of

classes currently being offered is included in the centerfold. If you are interested in

a course that is not presently scheduled, please advise us of your interest. We will

make every effort to accommodate you or at a minimum advise you when the class

will be offered.

Another option is to take the courses on a self-study basis at your pace. Our

Education Officer will order the course textbook along with all of the supporting

materials. An instructor will be available to answer any questions. If you would like

formal USPS Educational Proficiency credit, a proctored examination will be pro-

vided.

Our instructors are all un-paid volunteers. Boaters with extensive and varied on

-the-water experience, they enjoy and are eager to share knowledge with their stu-

dents. Available for out-of-the-classroom assistance, their collective goal is to help

make boating a safer experience for all of us.


COURSE ENROLLMENT AND FEESCOURSE ENROLLMENT AND FEESCOURSE ENROLLMENT AND FEESCOURSE ENROLLMENT AND FEES There is no membership requirement to take a course, however, active

members of the USPS do receive a substantial discount off the course prices.

Advanced courses do not have to be taken in sequence. Each course builds on

the previous course so you should be sure you have the requisite skills to take a

course. If you are uncertain, contact the Squadron and we will put you in touch

with the instructor who will review the course material to determine if the course is

appropriate for you.

Preregistration for all Courses and Classes is required, either through the

USPS on-line system or by contacting the instructor or Squadron Education Office

Some courses are limited to an optimal number of enrolled students. Preregistra-

tion for seminars, while not required, insures there are enough books and handouts

on hand and makes the instructors’ paperwork requirements much easier at the time

of the seminar.

Our current schedule of classes, advanced and elective courses, and seminars is

in the centerfold of this booklet. As this is subject to change, please double check

for any updates, additions, or cancellations

posted on our Squadron’s Education page on our

website.

The fee for each course or seminar is based

on cost of textbooks, handouts, materials and

supplies.

How Do I Enroll or Register for a

class or seminar?

On-line registration is preferred!

This will simplify the process of tracking and recording your educational progress.

Once you locate a class or seminar you’d like to take, you can “click” on it and be

taken to an online registration form. Also, refer to our Course Schedule for direct

class and seminar registration links.

If you need help with this process, or for classes that don’t have on-line registra-

tion available, contact our Squadron Educational Officer.

Within the National Educational Department web pages is a great tool for

Locating and Registering for Courses or Seminars.

Go to: http://www.usps.org/cgi-bin-nat/eddept/cfind.cgi

To deal with “quirks” within the search feature, under “max distance” be sure to check “20 miles” and

under “max displayed” be sure to check “50”. This way the offerings by our squadron as well as other

local squadrons will be displayed. Be sure you chose a Sanibel Captiva Squadron Course offering.


EDUCATIONAL PROFICIENCYEDUCATIONAL PROFICIENCYEDUCATIONAL PROFICIENCYEDUCATIONAL PROFICIENCY

The United States Power Squadrons issues grades to its members based on

educational achievement. To achieve a grade, students must take all the Advanced

Grade courses in sequence. The highest grade is Senior Navigator (SN). This

means that a member has completed all of the Advanced and six of the eight Elec-

tive courses. It is a very rewarding challenge.

The United State Coast Guard (USCG) has

asked the U.S. Congress to authorize the Trans-

portation Secretary to establish requirements for

the standards of proficiency for recreational

boaters. In anticipation of those requirements, the USPS has developed the Boat

Operators Certification Program to certify USPS members at various levels of

recreational boating proficiency meet those expected standards.

The USPS certification will also meet the requirement of the International

Certificate for the Operation of Pleasure Craft with the additional knowledge and

testing of the European code for inland waterways navigation rules.

There are plans for four levels of Boat Operator Certification (BOC):

Inland Navigator

Coastal Navigator

Advanced Coastal Navigator

Offshore Navigator

Each proficiency level will require a number of courses and seminars, as well

as demonstrating on-the-water skills. The skill demonstrations will be performed

with specifically trained certifiers in attendance. Proficiency progress will be

tracked through a “Passport” program. The BOC program material is available

through the Squadron Educational Officer.

A certificate of operator proficiency will be valuable for members building

confidence in their own boating abilities, and for obtaining insurance or when

renting, chartering or leasing a boat (especially in another country).

Much more information is available on the USPS website:

http://www.usps.org/eddept/boc/


COURSE & SEMINAR DESCRIPTIONSCOURSE & SEMINAR DESCRIPTIONSCOURSE & SEMINAR DESCRIPTIONSCOURSE & SEMINAR DESCRIPTIONS Refer to Center Pages of this booklet for Dates and Fee Schedule

America’s Boating Course® (ABC3®)

This course is intended for all members of the recreational

boating community. Through classroom discussion, the

textbook, and videos, the fundamentals of safe boating are

presented. It has been designed to qualify the student for

certification in most states that require boating education

before operating a watercraft. This class introduces the basics

of the rules of the road, required safety equipment, naviga-

tional aids, communications, trailering, anchoring, and knots

and lines.

At SCSPS, we offer the ABC3 course in a one eight-hour class session on a

Saturday. Students receive the course textbook with reading assignments prior to

the actual class. On the day of the class, topic discussions are lead by various

Certified Instructors. At the end of the day, the proctored test is handed out.

Successful students receive their Florida Safe Boater certification.

One 8-hour Class Session

Advanced ClassesAdvanced ClassesAdvanced ClassesAdvanced Classes

Seamanship

The Seamanship course is a natural first/next step in

building a foundation of confidence and competence for safe

and enjoyable boating. It extends the knowledge and skills of

the boater in handling and maneuvering a vessel, either sail or

power. The course provides a better understanding of how

boats behave under various conditions including in close

quarters and open water operations.

Knowledge and skills are increased in the areas of

anchoring, emergencies, rules of the road, and marlinspike/

basic knots. Appendices include information to safe operation in waters of Canada

and Mexico. The course content and our coastal navigation courses should help in

preparation for completion of the US Coast Guard licensing examination.

Six 2-hr Class Sessions


Piloting

Piloting is the first course in the sequence of USPS

courses on near-shore navigation, covering the basics of

coastal and inland navigation. This course focuses on

navigation as it is done on recreational boats today and

embraces GPS as a primary navigation tool while covering

enough traditional techniques so the student will be able to

find his/her way even if their GPS fails. The course includes

many in-class exercises, developing the student’s skills

through hands-on practice and learning.

Topics covered include:

• Charts and their interpretation

• Navigation aids and how they point to safe water

• Plotting courses and determining direction and distance

• The mariner’s compass and converting between True and Magnetic

• Use of GPS – typical GPS displays and information they provide, setting

up waypoints and routes, staying on a GPS route

• Pre-planning safe courses and entering them into the GPS

• Monitoring progress and determining position by both GPS and traditional

techniques such as bearings and dead reckoning

• The “Seaman’s Eye” – simple skills for checking that one is on course.

Ten 2-hour Class Sessions

Advanced Piloting

This the second in the sequence of USPS courses on

near-shore navigation. It continues to build coastal and

inland navigation skills, allowing the student to take on more

challenging conditions – unfamiliar waters, limited

visibility, and extended cruises. GPS is embraced as a

primary navigation tool while adding radar, chart plotters,

and other electronic navigation tools.

As with Piloting, the course includes many in-class

exercises, advancing the student’s skills through hands-on

practice and learning. Topics covered include:

• Advanced positioning techniques such as advancing a line of position

• Other electronics: radar, depth sounders, autopilots, chart plotters, laptop

computer software, etc.


• Hazard and collision avoidance using radar and GPS

• Working with tides: clearances, depth, effects of current

• Piloting with wind and currents

• The “Seaman’s Eye” – simple skills for checking that one is on course.

Ten 2-hour Class Sessions

Junior Navigation

This is the first in a two-part program of study in

offshore navigation and is followed by the Navigation

course. It is designed as a practical "how to" course.

Subject matter includes:

• Precise time determination

• Use of the Nautical Almanac

• Taking sextant sights of the sun

• Reducing sights to establish lines of position

• Special charts and plotting sheets for offshore navigation

• Offshore navigational routines for recreational craft

Nine 2-hour Class Sessions

Navigation

After Junior Navigation, this course is the second part of

the study of offshore navigation, further developing the

student's understanding of celestial navigation theory. This

Navigation course deals with learning celestial positioning

using other bodies, in addition to positioning using the sun

(covered in the Junior Navigation course).

This course also deals with electronic software

tools that can be used to plan and execute an offshore

voyage. You will first learn to reduce these sights by the

Law of Cosines method. Later in the course, you will learn an additional method of

sight reduction, the Nautical Almanac Sight Reduction (NASR) method.

You will also learn about sight planning techniques. With that knowledge, you

will have the tools to take sights and complete your Navigation Sight Folder. The

course includes a chapter on using a software-based voyage planning tool and a

navigation program. The final chapter of the course contains a Practice Cruise that

ties the separate elements of the course together.



Elective CoursesElective CoursesElective CoursesElective Courses Cruise Planning

There is something very special about the thrill of cruising in new waters and

the sense of accomplishment upon completing an extended cruise. To go beyond

what most boaters do on a weekend, overnight or even a week or so, marina hop-

ping requires boaters to leave their normal cruising areas and comfort zones. The

Cruise Planning course focuses on the planning and preparation necessary for safe

and enjoyable extended cruises on both inland and coastal waters.

Designed for boaters who will cruise on either a sail or powerboat (owned or

chartered) — this course covers the following topics:

• General cruise preparation and planning • Boats and Equipment

• Anchors and Anchoring • Security • Chartering • Emergencies

• Cruising Outside the United States • Crew and Provisioning

• Voyage Management • Communications • Navigation • Weather

Four 2 1/2 -hour Class Sessions

Engine Maintenance

The Engine Maintenance course stresses the diagnosis of modern systems,

while also teaching the basics of engine layout and operation. Gasoline inboards,

outboards, and diesel engines are taught in a way that reinforces the common

aspects of how engines work. Modern engines offer high reliability and good

performance through the use of computerized systems for fuel delivery and engine

timing. Most of these systems are “black boxes” that can no longer be serviced by

weekend mechanics with ordinary tools. The EM course covers those repairs that

do-it-yourselfers can still perform, teaches how to diagnose problems that might be

beyond your ability to fix, and how to share information with your mechanic so the

Courses: Location Start Date Time # Sessions

America's Boating Course Session 1 Library 12/01/12 0830-1700 1 Session 2 Library 01/19/13 0830-1700 1 Session 3 Library 02/09/13 0830-1700 1 Session 4 Library 03/23/13 0830-1700 1 Member NonMember Seamanship Price Price Session 1 SanCap Bank 01/10/13 0900-1200 6 $ 47 $ 94 Session 2 SanCap Bank 02/11/13 0900-1200 6 47 94 Piloting SanCap Bank 10/24/12 0900-1100 10 65 130 Navigation Bank of America 10/31/12 0900-1130 9 146 246 Weather SanCap Bank 11/01/12 1300-1700 5 67 134 Engine Maintenance SanCap Bank 01/29/13 0900-1200 8 83 166 Cruise Planning SanCap Bank 03/13/13 0900-1130 4 35 70 Marine Electrical Systems St Michaels 01/23/13 0900-1130 9 45 90 Seminars: How to Use a Chart Library 02/02/13 1000-1130 1 26 40 Using GPS Library 02/02/13 1330-1500 1 21 40 Tides & Current Library 02/09/13 1000-1130 1 26 45 Using VHF/DSC Radio Library 02/23/13 1000-1130 1 26 40 Basic Weather Forecasting Library 02/23/13 1330-1500 1 31 40 Marine Radar Library 03/09/13 1000-1130 1 32 40 Partner in Command Library 03/09/13 1330-1500 1 32 50 Boat Handling Under Power Library 03/16/13 1000-1130 1 21 40 Basic Coastal Navigation Library 03/16/13 1330-1500 1 36 45

Locations: Sanibel Public Library 770 Dunlop Rd. Sanibel, FL 33957 Sanibel Captiva Community Bank: 2475 Library Way Sanibel, FL 33957 Bank of America 2450 Periwinkle Way Sanibel, FL 33957 St. Michaels Church 2304 Periwinkle Way Sanibel, FL 33957

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ABC Course Price

$ 40 per person

Includes a 6-Month

USPS® Membership

On-line registration is preferred!

Go to: http://www.usps.org/cgi-bin-nat/eddept/cfind.cgi

For additional assistance, email [email protected]


Engine Maintenance Continued from Page 9

right repairs get performed. Engine Maintenance also covers basic mechanical

systems such as drive systems (propellers), steering systems, and engine controls.

The last chapter discusses solutions you might use to solve problems that could

occur while afloat and away from a repair facility. Gasoline, diesel, and outboard

engines are treated independently in this chapter.

SCSPS Engine Maintenance instructor is very enthusiastic, going well beyond

the course outline. He brings tools, chemicals, gadgets and boating articles into the

classroom. The kit for this class includes an assortment of useful items and a

collection of boating and boating care articles culled from an assortment of boating

magazines. Always a popular offering, be sure to register for this class as soon as it

is announced!

Eight 2-3 Hour Class Sessions

Marine Electrical Systems

The Marine Electrical Systems course is presented in seven chapters that start

with an explanation of what electricity is, followed by discussions on boat electrical

wiring, DC and AC electrical systems, galvanic and stray current corrosion,

lightning protection, and ends with troubleshooting of boat electrical problems. The

course includes detailed instructions on how to use a multimeter, how to solder and

crimp electrical wiring circuits, and how to read electrical wiring diagrams.

This course can be used as a reference guide for anyone interested in properly

maintaining their boat’s electrical system.


Marine Communications Systems

The second course in the Marine Electronics series focuses on in-depth review

of systems available to the recreational boater. Radio history and spectrum

definitions are presented along with definitions of radio circuits that the student

should learn to choose the best communications method for his/her situation. One

chapter is devoted to the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)

and another to FCC Rules and regulations to set the stage for instruction of radio-

telephone operating procedures (both voice and digital messaging are covered). The

remaining chapters cover High Seas radio (MF/HF and satellite communications)

and other systems such as Family Radio Service transceivers. There is also a

chapter on troubleshooting of radio installations.

Seven 2-hour Class Sessions


Marine Navigation Systems

This is the third course in the Marine Electronics series. It consists of eight

chapters on electronic navigation instruments including depth sounders, radar, and

GPS, and on display systems including chart plotters and personal computers. This

is a Systems course — not “how to” navigate– that focuses on the use of electronic

devices to augment the practice of safe navigation on the water.

Nine 2-hour Class Session

Sail

This is a sail course created to serve the needs of the novice and experienced

sailor, as well as the non-sailor, for basic skills and knowledge. The course starts

with sailboat designs and nomenclature, rigging, safety, and sail processes and then

tackles the physical aspects of sailing forces and techniques, sail applications,

marlinespike, helmsmanship and handling of more difficult sailing conditions,

navigation rules, and an introduction to heavy weather sailing.

Appendices provide an introduction to sailboat racing and sailing in Canadian

waters.


Weather

The safety and comfort of those who venture out-on-the water have always

been weather dependent. In this course students will become keener observers of

the weather, but weather observations only have meaning in the context of the basic

principles of meteorology — the science of the atmosphere. The course focuses on

how weather systems form, behave, move, and interact with one another and

reflects the availability of all sorts of weather reports and forecasts on the Internet.

This is a general weather course benefiting those sitting in their living rooms, as

much as those standing behind the helm. Each student receives:

• A Weather Manual – USPS Weather – an explanatory text with full color

photographs and drawings covering weather in the United States and its

coastal and inland waters.

• A set of three Daily Weather Maps - learning aids with a compete

explanation of map symbols designed to develop weather map reading

and analysis skills.

• NOAA’s Sky Watcher Chart - a reference to assist in identifying cloud types –

helpful indicators of approaching weather.

Five 2-hour Class Sessions


SEMINARSSEMINARSSEMINARSSEMINARS

Tides and Currents

The United States has over 12,000 miles of coastline and some 72,000 miles of

coastal waterways that are affected by tides and tidal currents. Even if you are an

inland boater, you may travel to an area where knowing about tides and tidal

currents is important.

This seminar deals with how the sun and moon create tidal patterns, sources of

information about tides and tidal currents, simple ways to predict height of tide and

speed of current flow and how to use both print and electronic tide tables.

• Learn about tides and currents from experienced coastal boaters.

• Each student receives a full color Student Guide for the seminar.

One 2-hour Session

Basic Coastal Navigation

Today’s electronics have radically changed navigation, but understanding the

basics helps you gain confidence in your equipment and your own skills. You will

learn practical techniques to plan, navigate, and check your progress on the water.

You will develop situational awareness skills using your eyes and navigation tools

to quickly point to your position on a chart, and be able to use backup techniques

when the electronics become suspect. This seminar will help captain and crew navi-

gate safely and comfortably.

The student kit contains The Weekend Navigator textbook and a Maptech CD.

One 2-hour Session


Boat Handling Under Power

This seminar shows boaters how to depart and dock under a variety of

conditions as well as all about trimming the boat while underway.

Materials include the Student Notes and a take-home copy of the waterproof

USPS Captain's Quick Guide and Student Notes.

One 2-hour Session

Basic Weather and Forecasting

The safety and comfort of those who venture out on the water have always

been weather dependent. This seminar serves as an introduction to the basics of

weather and forecasting. It is a must for boaters who have never taken a weather

course.

Each seminar participant receives a waterproof McGraw Hill Captain’s Quick

Guide Onboard Weather Forecasting designed for onboard and field use. Each

participant also receives a full color Student Guide with slide images and complete

notes written especially for the seminar.

One 2-hour Session

How to Use a Chart

The NOAA Chart No. 1 is the quintessential reference to chart details, but is

difficult to understand. In addition to showing you all about your chart, this seminar

takes you through the essentials of laying out a safe course, steps to measure a

course with the USPS plotter, and even a quick guide to the rules of the road.

The student kit includes a Maptech waterproof flip-fold Chart Symbols and On

-the-Water Guide to take along on the boat with you.

One 2-hour Session

Partner in Command

This seminar provides an introduction to boating for crew members who may

or may not have taken a boating course. It is designed to provide essential informa-

tion one might require to assist a skipper in the safe operation of a recreational boat.

Included in the seminar are discussions about actions to be taken in response to

emergencies.

This seminar includes a text.

One 2-hour Session


Using GPS

This seminar explains the principles of waypoint navigation and shows you

how to relate the GPS to your charts. The seminar also shows you how to operate

your GPS - what the buttons do, what the screens show, and how to access the

functions you need. You'll also get some tips for choosing a GPS if you don't

currently own one.

The McGraw-Hill Captain's Quick Guide Using GPS is included to take aboard

to remind you of the steps or to show another of your crew how to use your GPS.

One 2-hour Session

Using VHF and VHF/DSC Marine Radio

VHF radio is the mainstay of coastal communication and essential for

emergency communications. Digital Selective Calling (DSC) is rapidly becoming a

reality as more Coast Guard Rescue 21 System operations go live. This seminar

explains basic VHF operation.

A CD is included with a DSC Simulator that allows you to practice on your

computer at home. The handy waterproof McGraw-Hill Captain’s Quick Guide

Using VHF is included with essential information that you should have aboard.

One 2-hour Session

Advanced Powerboat Handling

This seminar is a three-part series:

Close Quarters Maneuvering

How Boats Behave at Sea

Handling at Sea

The seminars will show you how your boat will behave and why in

response to your controls. Then, on the water you can visualize your actions and

execute them easily.

The full-color book Powerboat Handling Illustrated by Bob Sweet is

included as a reference.

Three 2-hour Sessions

Anchoring

This seminar covers selection of anchor, rode and components; anchor

selection for sea conditions and bottom characteristics; deployment and recovery of

anchors. It also includes tables for sizing an anchor and components, and informa-


tion for determining loads under various conditions.

The kit includes the USPS Anchoring Quick Guide written by Bill

Gladstone, and Student Notes with copies of the slides.

One 2-hour Session

Hurricanes and Boats

This seminar covers how to select a location and prepare your boat for a

hurricane.

The kit includes Student Notes with copies of the slides.

One 2-hour Session

Knots, Bends and Hitches

This seminar is a hands-on "learn how to tie knots" program geared to a

wide range of students.

The kit comes with a copy of the USPS Guide Knots, Bends and Hitches

for Mariners, a copy of the slide notes and a kit including a die-cut knot board and

two lengths of line. Participants learn to tie a set of the most useful knots.

One 2-hour Session

Mariner’s Compass

This seminar explains how to select, install, calibrate and use your

compass on board your boat. You will learn which features are most important and

what will work best for you, how to deal with variation between true and magnetic

north, and how to adjust your compass to remove most of the deviation caused by

local magnetic influences. This is an essential seminar for all boaters.

One 2-hour Session

Mastering the Rules of the Road

This seminar provides an explanation with examples of the 37 Rules of the

Road for both the U.S. Inland Rules and the International Rules (COLREGS). It

simplifies the sometimes complex law relating to boat operation for the recreational

boater. It is a starting point for study preparation for the USCG License examina-

tion.

The seminar kit includes McGraw-Hill's The One Minute Guide to the Nautical

Rules of the Road by Charlie Wing.

One 2-hour Session


Paddle Smart

This seminar is intended for those about to join the sport and those considering

purchasing paddling equipment. The seminar kit includes several handouts: student

workbook for note-taking and reference; “The Complete Sea Kayaker's Handbook”

by Shelly Johnson; Off-Season Boating, Cold Shock & Hypothermia tri-fold.

Optionally available but not part of the basic kit is "Introduction to Paddling –

Canoeing Basics for Lakes and Rivers” by the American Canoe Association.

One 2-hour Session

Sail Trim and Rig Tuning

This seminar shows in clear and simple terms how to use and adjust sails

for optimum performance under a wide range of conditions. The seminar comes

with a waterproof USPS Captain's Quick Guide written by North Sails and Student

Notes.

One 2-hour Session

Trailering Your Boat

Trailering Your Boat explains how to select tow vehicles, hitches, and trailers.

It also explains how to safely and securely trailer your boat, launch and retrieve it,

and how to operate and maintain your trailering equipment.

The kit comes with the McGraw-Hill published USPS book Trailering Your

Boat by Bruce Smith.

One 2-hour Session

Boating on Rivers, Locks, and Lakes

The seminar deals with such varied topics as special navigation rules for

rivers, the Western Rivers System of buoys and marks, river currents, “reading” a

river, jetties and wing dams, the intricacies of locking through and communicating

with lock masters and bridge tenders.

Learn about your local waters from experienced inland boaters.

Each student receives a full color Student Guide especially written for the seminar

One 2-hour Session

Emergencies on Board

This seminar is designed to prepare the prudent skipper for those unfortu-

nate situations involving accidents and emergencies on board. It will provide the

skipper with the information to prepare adequately for common emergencies and

how to actually deal with them when they occur. Topics such as preventing


accidents, running aground, fire, getting lost, towing, medical conditions, as well as

other often-encountered emergencies are covered.

Each student receives the Emergencies on Board Quick Guide—a handy

reference to use in responding to emergency situations as well as a full color

Student Guide for the seminar.

One 2-hour Session

Fueling and Boating

This seminar assists the student in understanding the issues and problems

involving the handling of gasoline and diesel fuel and how these issues relate to

boating. Sections deal with computing and evaluating fuel consumption, system

care and safety, and environmental issues associated with fueling a boat.

One 2-hour Session

Marine Radar

This seminar covers how radar functions, radar selection, operation of the

radar under various conditions including setting of controls, display interpretation,

basic navigation, and collision avoidance using radar.

The kit includes The Radar Book written by Kevin Monahan and Student

Notes with copies of slides.

One 2-hour Session

Practical On-The-Water Training

This is an eight hour seminar with the perfect combination of classroom

training and in-a-boat On-The-Water training. It provides an explanation of how

your boat handles and why. Video clips let you visualize the maneuvers prior to

your experiencing them on the water. It covers use of lines, departing the dock,

operating in a fairway, pivoting, mooring, backing, docking, steering - slalom,

holding course - range, and a quick stop.

Each student receives a copy of Powerboat Handling Illustrated, a DVD, a

Student Manual, and a certificate acknowledging his/her training.

One 8-hour Session or Two 4-hour sessions. TBA.


About this Handbook This Handbook has been produced through a collaboration of volunteers, including the current

Education Officers and Certified Instructors. Permission was granted to reprint portions of a similar

booklet published by the Sarasota Sailing & Power Squadron. The Front Cover Photographs taken on

Sanibel Island were contributed by SCSPS member Corky Boyd, P. A few member boats are pictured in

the canal photograph. Layout, design, and type-setting contributed by Lt/C Victoria Ross, AP.

All logos, images of book covers, and course titles are the property of the United States Power

Squadrons®, in most cases trademarked, and are reprinted with permission.

© Copyright 2012 by the Sanibel Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, P.O.Box 136, Sanibel, FL 33957.

Learn More ~ Go To:

Sanibel Captiva Sail & Power Squadron:

http://www.usps.org/localusps/sancap/

United States Power Squadron Homepage

http://usps.org/


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