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Navigation Fundamentals

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Cost: $125.00


Length: 1.5 Days - 8 Hours (one evening classroom plus one on water day)

ALL PADDLING GEAR PROVIDED or bring your own

 This 1.5 day course is designed for those paddlers carrying out coastal journeys. The aim of this course is to give the student the tools to enable them to plan and navigate effectively on coastal journeys.   

This 1.5 day course is designed for those paddlers carrying out coastal journeys. The aim of this course is to give the student the tools to enable them to plan and navigate effectively on coastal journeys.

Outline:  Navigation Fundamentals

  • Interpret sources of information including maps, charts, coastal pilots and tide tables.
  • Navigate on the water using visual references and simple pilotage techniques e.g. transits, dead reckoning and a compass.
  • Be able to source, interpret and apply a weather forecast to the marine environment
  • Understand tides and currents
  • Become aware of the range of resources required to plan trips
  • Take new skills to the water for a half day of practical application
If you have any questions about what to bring please contact us. Alder Creek has a full line of paddling equipment and accessories. We would be happy to assist you in getting outfitted for your trip. Please remember to keep your personal gear to a minimum, but keep your comfort in mind. Remember the goal is to travel light and efficiently.


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