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9:00 AM |
Keeping it Alive: Troubleshooting Marine Systems While Cruising - 3 hours (9am-Noon) $39
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Michael Beemer |
Stage #7 Concourse Level
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Friday, January 26th, 9:00 AM
Modern cruising boats have numerous systems that we rely on every day. While these systems are remarkably reliable they are also increasingly complex. The corrosive salt water marine environment, constant motion, and seasonal use of boats constantly threaten our boat’s systems. In some of the remote cruising areas along the Inside Passage you may be unable to summon a mechanic or call for help. How do we keep these critical systems alive? This course goes beyond the basics in understanding how to find and fix problems aboard a vessel. Topics will include: Knowing, understanding & maintaining critical systems for the safety and comfort of the captain and crew. Planning what to check, inspect, and look for to prevent break-downs while passage making. Techniques for troubleshooting systems. Hands-on activities to learn important lessons about using a multi-meter for troubleshooting. Practical tips for temporary repairs of key systems. We’ll end this session with a checklist of proven maintenance items you will want on your boat that will help you “Keep it Alive” during your cruise.
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11:15 AM |
Upwind Sail Trim for Cruisers |
Andrew Kerr |
Stage #3 North Hall |
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Friday, January 26th, 11:15 AM
Part of cruising is the journey, but sometimes cruisers feel a desire to get to their destination more quickly. This seminar offers upwind sail trim trips and hints for cruisers in a "faster mode." Even if speed isn't the desired outcome this seminar will offer tips for the best use of their sails and equipment. Would prefer late morning or noon time slots on the 26th and 29th, if possible.
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12:00 PM |
Technical and Practical Preparations for Extended Coastal and Offshore Cruising |
Liza Copeland |
Stage #2 North Hall |
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Friday, January 26th, 12:00 PM
Choosing the right boat and equipment for the voyage planned within budget limitations. Size, design and outfitting (re-fitting) for blue water - rigs and sails: anchors, rodes and anchoring techniques; dinghies and life rafts; electrical systems and power management; engines and fuels. Weather and routing considerations when planning, charts & guide books; accessing weather and communication options; cruising costs and money management; insurance, boat and medical; safety equipment and strategies to practice; comfort on deck and below; stowage, spares and tools; kids and pets. Setting the date to leave the dock. . .
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12:15 PM |
Downwind Sail Trim for Cruisers |
Andrew Kerr |
Stage #3 North Hall |
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Friday, January 26th, 12:15 PM
Part of cruising is the journey, but sometimes cruisers feel a desire to get to their destination more quickly. This seminar offers downwind sail trim trips and hints for cruisers in a "faster mode." Even if speed isn't the desired outcome this seminar will offer tips for the best use of their sails and equipment.
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12:30 PM |
Creative Solutions to a Bad Day at Sea - 3 hours (12:30 - 3:30pm) $39
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Art Hebert |
Stage #7 Concourse Level
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Friday, January 26th, 12:30 PM
Going on any passage can be the most satisfying and wonderful experience you may have on your boat, but every now and then bad things happen. Every cruiser faces some level of the “what if” that’s in the back of your head as you embark on a voyage. This course is designed to help you understand what things typically can happen and how to deal with them in a safe, and often critical timeline. We teamed up with many experts who combine decades of knowledge and experience into this course. Topics will include: Proven Techniques for temporary solutions to many common failures onboard cruising vessels; Knowing, understanding & maintaining critical systems for the safety and comfort of the captain and crew; Pre-departure checklists of what to check, inspect, and stock to support efforts when emergencies happen while passage making; Decision making strategies every cruiser should know when facing an emergency; and Practical tips for temporary repairs of key systems. We’ll end this session with a checklist of proven solutions and instructions you will want on your boat that will help you be prepared if an emergency should arise during your cruise.
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1:00 PM |
Provisioning, Stowage and Much More |
Liza Copeland |
Stage #2 North Hall |
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Friday, January 26th, 1:00 PM
A major challenge of living afloat is provisioning, boat organization, storage and comfort, particularly when extended cruising. This session will focus on life below decks with a focus on provisioning and galley outfitting. It will also discuss safety features, chart-table organization, lighting, ventilation, berths and bedding, laundry, garbage disposal and many other resources that will enhance enjoyment of life aboard.
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1:15 PM |
Rod, Wire & Fibre Standing Rigging |
Lisa Vizzini |
Stage #3 North Hall |
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Friday, January 26th, 1:15 PM
The basics of standing rig decision making. We will answer the question of how to know when you need new rigging. Also how to know if the boat you are buying will need new rigging. Practical information for sailors regarding the parts and pieces that make up the standing rig on your sail boat. How the parts are used and sized along with material choices, wear and tear, proper tension.
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2:00 PM |
Successful Puget Sound Shrimping |
Tom (TJ) Nelson |
Stage #1 North Hall |
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Friday, January 26th, 2:00 PM
Puget Sound spot shrimp are one of the the most prized catch in Puget Sound and Hood Canal during the spring! Join Nelly as he offers great tips on gear, baits, times and places to get your limit of these very tasty pranw-sized shrimp!
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2:00 PM |
Cool Products You Don't Know About |
Pam Wall |
Stage #2 North Hall |
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Friday, January 26th, 2:00 PM
Pam worked for West Marine for over 20 years and became familiar with all kinds of unknown products that she used herself and today cannot live without. She goes down a list of great nautical equipment that is relatively unknown to the average person. This seminar will give you all kinds of great ideas and new products to improve your boat, maintenance, and fun aboard.
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2:15 PM |
Packing and Provisioning for Extended NW Cruising |
Laura Domela |
Stage #3 North Hall |
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Friday, January 26th, 2:15 PM
Before you embark on an extended cruise in the Pacific Northwest or up the Inside Passage to Southeast Alaska, you'll want to know what to pack. In this presentation, the Slowboat team offers helpful advice on what to bring along on your boat for a trip up the Inside Passage to Alaska.
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3:00 PM |
Dungeness Crabbing in Washington |
Clyde McBrayer |
Stage #1 North Hall |
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Friday, January 26th, 3:00 PM
Dungeness crab are fairly abundant in most marine waterways, and in this seminar Clyde McBrayer who has spent decades pursuing and catching them will offer his secrets and tactics to loading up on a pot-full of Dungies! Clyde will discuss rules, types of equipment, other gear, how to clean crab, good places to catch them and the best baits to use during different times of the year.
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3:00 PM |
Be Your Own Maintenance Captain |
Pam Wall |
Stage #2 North Hall |
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Friday, January 26th, 3:00 PM
This is a great opportunity to take advantage of Pam Wall's many cruising miles in her 39 foot sloop KANDARIK. One of the best things about living and cruising on a boat is that you become able to take care of just anything that needs attention to your floating home. Pam has lists to help remember what to look for, how to repair or replace, or simply maintain most of the equipment found on an ocean going sailboat today. This list, and all the information Pam tells about each item, will help you become the self sufficient Captain of your boat who knows what to look for and how to keep your equipment in good working condition.
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3:15 PM |
Vic-Maui - Preparing Your Boat and Crew |
David Sutcliffe |
Stage #3 North Hall |
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Friday, January 26th, 3:15 PM
This seminar will describe what is involved in preparing a boat and crew for a major ocean racing adventure, the Vic-Maui International Yacht Race. Vic-Maui teams come from the US and Canada, racers and cruisers, rock stars and Corinthians. Set sail from Victoria and make landfall in Maui. Vic-Maui boats and teams come from the US and Canada, racers and cruisers, rock stars and Corinthians.
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4:00 PM |
Fishing for San Juan Islands Chinook |
Tom (TJ) Nelson |
Stage #1 North Hall |
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Friday, January 26th, 4:00 PM
The San Juan Islands can be one of the most complex areas to catch salmon, but can be done successfully during many times of the year. Nellie will point anglers to the right bays, channels, inlets, bars and rocky structures to boost your confidence at catching fish! His keys to a great outing are knowing tides and locations of where to fish in the island chain.
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4:00 PM |
Intro to Electronic Navigation |
Carolyn "Ace" Spragg |
Stage #2 North Hall |
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Friday, January 26th, 4:00 PM
A presentation on the basics of electronic navigation instruments and how they get their information and how it differs from paper chart navigation and compass alone. Depth, Speed, GPS, Chart Plotter and Radar.
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4:00 PM |
Keeping it Alive: Troubleshooting Diesel Engines - 3 hours (4-7pm) $39
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Michael Beemer |
Stage #7 Concourse Level
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Friday, January 26th, 4:00 PM
The modern diesel engine is relied upon by both sail and powerboaters. With proper maintenance these engines run reliably for thousands of hours. Understanding the nuts and bolts of the diesel engine and how to perform routine maintenance will keep you out on the water. This course is not specific to one brand, but will cover most engine manufacturers common in the industry. Topics will include: Understanding, starting, and charging circuits, Service intervals and schedules, The importance of the cooling system and how to prevent overheating, Troubleshooting techniques, New technologies and tips for easier and cleaner maintenance and repairs. We’ll end this session with a list of tools and techniques to help you “Keep it Alive” during your time on the water.
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4:15 PM |
Haida Gwaii: The Crown Jewel of Cruising Grounds of British Columbia |
Mary Campbell |
Stage #3 North Hall |
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Friday, January 26th, 4:15 PM
Haida Gwaii (formerly the Queen Charlotte Islands) lies 125 miles off the coast of British Columbia. As the native home of the Haida, it is a center for the preservation of Haida language, art and culture, including the remains of a village designated as a UNESCO world heritage site. A pristine cruising ground, it offers an unique opportunity to see the northwest as it was in Vancouver's time.
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5:00 PM |
Salmon Fishing in Puget Sound |
Gary Krein |
Stage #1 North Hall |
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Friday, January 26th, 5:00 PM
All-Star Fishing Charter Captain Nick Kester is a familiar face on Puget Sound, and here is an opportunity to gain some knowledge to catch more salmon in Puget Sound while fishing just minutes from Seattle or Everett. Nick has honed his craft catching these resident and migratory salmon, and will share some of his methods, locations and tips to help you improve your success.
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5:00 PM |
Controlling your Marine Device Data |
Marius Lukosevicius |
Stage #2 North Hall |
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Friday, January 26th, 5:00 PM
The presentation will talk about the existing marine electronic communication standards, the abundance of legacy devices in today's market, and how to get older marine sensors to work in conjunction with the newer generation of devices. The focus will be interconnectivity between the NMEA 0183, NMEA 2000, and OneNet protocols.
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5:15 PM |
Cruising SE Alaska: Glaciers, Grizzlies and Granite: |
Mary Campbell |
Stage #3 North Hall |
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Friday, January 26th, 5:15 PM
In 2015, Mary brought her Cascade 36 sloop to Seward Alaska, and spent three cruising seasons exploring SE Alaska, Prince William Sound, and the Kenai peninsula. In this presentation, Mary will share tips for safely navigating icy fjords, favorite anchorages in SE Alaska, and suggestions for preparing your boat and yourself for an Alaska experience.
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6:00 PM |
Bring Your Boat for Fantastic Fishing in Central Washington |
Dave Graybill |
Stage #1 North Hall |
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Friday, January 26th, 6:00 PM
Dave Graybill is a native of north-central Washington, and has fished in this region for more than 50 years. His wealth of knowledge to catch a wide variety of species will help anglers get on the path to success. Graybill serves on WDFW Commission, writes for many publications and has his own website www.FishingMagician.com.
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6:00 PM |
Advanced Anchoring |
Nancy Erley |
Stage #2 North Hall |
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Friday, January 26th, 6:00 PM
After a short refresher on anchoring basics the presentation will focus on strategies for tricky situations, crowded anchorages and severe weather including using multiple anchors and ways to get a fouled anchor unstuck. Nancy anchored over a thousand times in her two circumnavigations and speaks from a wealth of personal mishap and recovery.
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6:15 PM |
Exploring Weather Topics Important to Mariners |
Brian Heckman |
Stage #3 North Hall |
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Friday, January 26th, 6:15 PM
Bring your iPad, Microsoft Tablets, or phones (tablets are best) for an interactive, hands-on experience using The COMET MetEd portal. We’ll register free for MetEd and review how to search MetEd. Next, we’ll explore resources most important to mariners either solo or in pairs using two of the MetEd search features. Or, explore resources contained in one of several updated Mariners’ Topic Lists.
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7:00 PM |
Successful Halibut Fishing on North Coast and Strait |
Mike Jamboretz |
Stage #1 North Hall |
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Friday, January 26th, 7:00 PM
Michael Jamboretz from “Jambo’s Sportfishing” has been fishing Washington’s North Coast and Strait of Juan de Fuca for many years, and offers vital tips on how to catch halibut. Come sit in as Michael discusses locations, tides, timing and right presentations, to make your next trip safe and successful.
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7:00 PM |
Offshore Rigging: Planning, Building and Sailing Your Rig |
Brion Toss |
Stage #2 North Hall |
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Friday, January 26th, 7:00 PM
Potential rig loads offshore are the same as those inshore, but the likelihood of extreme loading, and the higher consequences of rig failure, mean that offshore rigs must be made tougher and more reliable than their sheltered-water cousins.
We’ll cover calculations for running as well as standing rigging, discuss how to minimize the long-term effects of warm, salty climates, detail how to make good use of the “flow of forces” through your rig, and much more.
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7:15 PM |
The Great Loop: An East Coast Trip with West Coast People |
Sandy Williamson |
Stage #3 North Hall |
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Friday, January 26th, 7:15 PM
The great loop is up the eastern seaboard, across NY and the Great Lakes and down the Mississippi R. to the starting point. Why and How to do such an interesting boat trip from the wrong coast. We did the northern 2,000 miles in a Bayliner 28 from WA DC to Green Bay WI in 7 weeks in 2007. 35 locks in Canada and 35 locks in NY. Locks of 3 different kinds, gate, lift and marine railway. Logistics
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| Saturday, January 27th |
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9:00 AM |
Staying Local - Cruising Puget Sound, and the San Juan and Gulf Islands 3 hours (9am-Noon) $39
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Mark Bunzel |
Stage #7 Concourse Level
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Saturday, January 27th, 9:00 AM
Being on the water is pure magic—especially in the Pacific Northwest! If you haven’t spent the time to explore our own backyard, this course is for you. This seminar, presented by Mark Bunzel, the editor of the Waggoner Cruising Guide, will give you planning routes and tips to make the most of your summer holiday. Topics will include unique areas and must see highlights in the Puget Sound, San Juan Islands, and the Canadian Gulf Islands; clearing US and Canadian Customs; books and charts; electronics/internet access; anchorages and moorages; fuel & repairs; water & provisions; cell/WiFi communications. This seminar will also launch you successfully towards the Inside Passage.
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9:30 AM |
Docking and Anchoring - Making it easy! - 3 hours (9:30am-12:30pm) $39
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Carolyn "Ace" Spragg |
Stage #2 North Hall
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Saturday, January 27th, 9:30 AM
Docking and Anchoring do not have to be fearful events when boating. There is a practical approach that can work for you and your crew. Ace Spragg, of the Northwest Maritime Center will take you through the steps of how you can successfully dock in different wind conditions. Next, she will step through her tried and true method to anchoring. With her approach and technique, you and your crew can sleep with confidence with your anchor securely hooked on the bottom.
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10:15 AM |
Panel Discussion About Offshore Cruising |
Cruising Forum |
Stage #5 Club Level |
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Saturday, January 27th, 10:15 AM
Dreaming of sailing into the sunset? Join us at the CRUISING FORUM, an engaging panel discussion with active cruisers. What should you prioritize when outfitting an offshore boat? Is it possible to be fully self sufficient? How can you best prepare yourself for the lifestyle? Learn from our panel's mistakes too! The world is yours to explore in this amazing way. Please click here to register for this seminar. Registration is encouraged but not required to attend.
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11:00 AM |
Outfitting Your Boat For Blue Water Cruising |
Pam Wall |
Stage #4 Club Level |
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Saturday, January 27th, 11:00 AM
Pam will take you through all the equipment and systems aboard a well found offshore cruising boat. This will include deck and ground tackle, downwind sailing equipment, safety products and use, down below features, and much more. It is a presentation that goes from bow to stern and below with what makes a safe, efficient, and fun sailing vessel for world wide cruising.
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11:00 AM |
Marine Radar and Integrated Systems |
Kevin Monahan |
Stage #6 Club Level |
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Saturday, January 27th, 11:00 AM
In order to be able to use a marine radar to advantage, users must first feel comfortable with their equipment. This seminar removes the fear of radar. After completion of the seminar, attendees will
-interpret the display under challenging conditions
-understand how radar works, how it integrates with other electronic systems, and
-understand the benefits and the drawbacks of integrated systems
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11:15 AM |
Panel Discussion About Offshore Cruising cont. |
Cruising Forum |
Stage #5 Club Level |
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Saturday, January 27th, 11:15 AM
Dreaming of sailing into the sunset? Join us at the CRUISING FORUM, an engaging panel discussion with active cruisers. What should you prioritize when outfitting an offshore boat? Is it possible to be fully self sufficient? How can you best prepare yourself for the lifestyle? Learn from our panel's mistakes too! The world is yours to explore in this amazing way. Please click here to register for this seminar. Registration is encouraged but not required to attend.
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12:00 PM |
Saltwater Structure Strategies |
Tom (TJ) Nelson |
Stage #1 North Hall |
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Saturday, January 27th, 12:00 PM
Knowing what's under your boat is so key to catching fish, and Tom Nelson gets right down to the bottom of this by showing anglers what to look for when hitting the water!
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12:00 PM |
Outfitting Your Boat For Blue Water Cruising cont. |
Pam Wall |
Stage #4 Club Level |
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Saturday, January 27th, 12:00 PM
Pam will take you through all the equipment and systems aboard a well found offshore cruising boat. This will include deck and ground tackle, downwind sailing equipment, safety products and use, down below features, and much more. It is a presentation that goes from bow to stern and below with what makes a safe, efficient, and fun sailing vessel for world wide cruising.
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12:00 PM |
Designing the Proper Solar System for Your Boat |
Thomas Trimmer |
Stage #6 Club Level |
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Saturday, January 27th, 12:00 PM
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12:15 PM |
Boating Safety In The Puget Sound Region, A Q&A Session with the Experts |
Boating Safety Panel |
Stage #5 Club Level |
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Saturday, January 27th, 12:15 PM
A Q&A session with a panel of experts consisting of members of the US Coast Guard, US Coast Guard Aux, Local Law Enforcement, Fire/Rescue, and WA State Parks Dept. The panel will be on hand to answer all your boating safety and regulatory questions. We will have a roving moderator who will interact with the audience as well as staff on hand to assist with follow up questions after the seminar.
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12:30 PM |
Starting the Trek North through Southern BC - 3 hours (12:30 - 3:30pm) $39
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Greg & Lori Bernard |
Stage #7 Concourse Level
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Saturday, January 27th, 12:30 PM
Northern Georgia Strait, the Discovery Islands, and Queen Charlotte Strait are also worthy destinations in and of themselves, and with some effort, can reward the adventurous boater with quiet and solitude that is hard to find in the two more popular areas. All of the areas boast a variety of secluded anchorages, marinas, and communities to explore. Careful route planning through this area is the usual course for those taking on adventures to the more remote parts of the West Coast – north to Alaska, and south down Vancouver Island’s Pacific coast. This course will help to prepare boaters – power and sail – for voyages north from Nanaimo as far as the Rivers Inlet area north of Cape Caution. Topics will include: The boat and equipment, Personal readiness and preparation, Tides and Currents, and strategies for optimizing speed over ground, Routing options and voyage planning for passing through “the gates”, Summer weather patterns and forecast interpretation to find safe and comfortable “weather windows”, Select anchorages, Useful reference material, Provisioning, Fishing basics, Tips we’ve learned for maximizing our time “off the grid”. Where applicable, there will be an opportunity to practice some of the necessary planning skills in the comfort of a classroom. We will also share stories of our own adventures to these waters, and in the process, inspire you to consider cruising to these magnificent waters.
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1:00 PM |
Fishing for Columbia River Kings from Buoy 10 to Brewster |
Mark Gavin |
Stage #1 North Hall |
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Saturday, January 27th, 1:00 PM
Hundreds of thousands of salmon migrate into this mighty river each spring, summer and fall, and Mark Gavin offers tips with using Pro-Troll Flashers and Brad's Super Baits to catch them! Mark will cover tactics, run timing, techniques, how to target these fish, guide secrets to improve success, where to catch them and much, much more.
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1:00 PM |
Clouds and What It Means to A Boater |
Lee Chesneau |
Stage #4 Club Level |
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Saturday, January 27th, 1:00 PM
This seminar lecture discusses clouds and its direct meaning to a boater. The Pacific Northwest is square in the middle latitudes where the at sea-level surface pressure storm track lies (between 30 and 60N degrees latitudes). Thus, low pressure systems, whose standard associated frontal boundaries such as warm, cold, and occluded fronts often impact the coastal & inland waters of the Pacific NW. These systems have a multitude of clouds associated with them. Lee will highlight which cloud groups and cloud types in this seminar, so boaters understand the short-term (6-24 hours) ramifications of what is visible to the naked eye, over a 360-degree panoramic view for all to see. One can learn why much of the weather folklore allows a boater to become weather-wise & further gives meaning to Red sky in the morning, sailors take warning, red sky at night, sailor’s delight.
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1:00 PM |
Reefing Without Shouting |
Lisa Vizzini |
Stage #6 Club Level |
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Saturday, January 27th, 1:00 PM
This seminar will take the discussion out of whether or not to reef.
We will review the equipment, methods, philosophy & timing for sail flattening and reefing. The information given will enable sailors to understand how to make reefing their boat simple and quick.
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1:00 PM |
Learn from an Expert What to Do When the Going Gets Tough - 3 hours (1 - 4pm) $39
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Mark Bunzel |
Stage #2 North Hall
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Saturday, January 27th, 1:00 PM
There are some days that just don’t go right when out on the water. The weather may change. The waves have grown big and nasty. The winds picked up and the boat’s engine is making a strange sound. When things start to go wrong on the water, it can get very uncomfortable. Expert, Mark Bunzel, will take you through scenarios that do happen on the water and what you can do to get through it in the safest possible way. Every boater should take this course for the safety and comfort of you and your crew. The course will cover: Your fears - and the answers, Equipping your boat for changing sea conditions, How to use different equipment, Reading sea conditions and the weather, Steering the best direction when in rough seas, Docking in rough weather, How to diagnose engine problems, How to help your crew to avoid sea sickness, Tips from the expert - who has been there, A checklist will be available for all participants.
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1:15 PM |
Boating Safety In The Puget Sound Region, A Q&A Session with the Experts cont. |
Boating Safety Panel |
Stage #5 Club Level |
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Saturday, January 27th, 1:15 PM
A Q&A session with a panel of experts consisting of members of the US Coast Guard, US Coast Guard Aux, Local Law Enforcement, Fire/Rescue, and WA State Parks Dept. The panel will be on hand to answer all your boating safety and regulatory questions. We will have a roving moderator who will interact with the audience as well as staff on hand to assist with follow up questions after the seminar.
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2:00 PM |
Dirty Downrigger Tricks |
Tom (TJ) Nelson |
Stage #1 North Hall |
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Saturday, January 27th, 2:00 PM
Downriggers are one of the most effective tools to catch fish, and back in the 1960’s salmon and steelhead from Washington State were introduced into the Great Lakes. Innovative mid-west anglers invented the downrigger to access these deep-swimming specimens and eventually made its way to the West Coast and Cannon Pro-Staffer Tom Nelson has a big bag of tricks to make sure you know how to sue them the right way!
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2:00 PM |
Intro to the Surface Pressure Chart |
Lee Chesneau |
Stage #4 Club Level |
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Saturday, January 27th, 2:00 PM
This seminar begins with discussion of the important the marine advisory, watch, & warning system used by the Environment Canada & the U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) marine programs. The coverage area encompasses the North Pacific & Atlantic & Great Lakes ’s coastal & overlapping offshore NAVTEX forecast zones & high seas as well. We will further introduce the key synoptic scale surface pressure weather system’s symbols (e.g. low & high pressure) & their associated features (e.g., fronts, troughs & ridges), challenging boaters as to what they know versus what they not know about them. Attendees are strongly encouraged to enroll in the prepaid 2-day Marine Weather 1 course (Tue & Wed, Jan 30th & 31st) or the 3-hour Surface Pressure Workshop (Fri, Feb 2nd, 4-7 PM) offered at Boat U that goes into more in-depth detail.
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2:00 PM |
River Otters: Keeping the Party Poopers Off Your Boat, and How Mariners Can Help Marine Wildlife |
Casey Mclean |
Stage #6 Club Level |
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Saturday, January 27th, 2:00 PM
Join SR3's veterinary nurse Casey Mclean to learn tips and tricks to keeping river otters off your boat, about the wide variety of marine animals found in the Pacific Northwest and how you play an important role in protecting and conserving marine wildlife.
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2:15 PM |
Using the Navionics App to Learn How to Navigate |
Linda Lewis |
Stage #5 Club Level |
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Saturday, January 27th, 2:15 PM
Start learning how to navigate with the stand-alone navigation app: Navionics. You will learn the basics regarding chart colors, icons, zooming, putting in a route, and accessing current and tide data. You should bring "Navionics" on your tablet (best) or phone to get the most out of this presentation.
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3:00 PM |
Dungeness Crabbing in Washington |
Clyde McBrayer |
Stage #1 North Hall |
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Saturday, January 27th, 3:00 PM
Dungeness crab are fairly abundant in most marine waterways, and in this seminar Clyde McBrayer who has spent decades pursuing and catching them will offer his secrets and tactics to loading up on a pot-full of Dungies! Clyde will discuss rules, types of equipment, other gear, how to clean crab, good places to catch them and the best baits to use during different times of the year.
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3:00 PM |
A Family Sails Around the World |
Pam Wall |
Stage #4 Club Level |
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Saturday, January 27th, 3:00 PM
Who hasn't dreamed of sailing around the world? Come and join Pam and her family as they take 7 years to sail around the world. See how their children grow up aboard their 39 foot home made sloop. You will be inspired to get out there and follow her dreams as you must follow yours. This is a seminar for children of all ages. Don't miss it.
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3:00 PM |
Cruising Tahiti and the Pacific Puddle Jump |
Andy Turpin |
Stage #6 Club Level |
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Saturday, January 27th, 3:00 PM
Arriving at the dream-like landfalls of French Polynesia is one of the greatest rewards a cruising sailor can have. In our highly informative multimedia presentation, we'll give an overview of the Tahitian islands and their sister archipelagos, and also discuss in detail the annual migration of westbound cruisers called the Pacific Puddle Jump.
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3:15 PM |
Docking: How to Maneuver Your Twin Engine Boat |
Linda Lewis |
Stage #5 Club Level |
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Saturday, January 27th, 3:15 PM
You know you can steer your twin-engine boat at very slow speeds using just your gears. Right? But how do you do it? How do you get to 'slow' when there are no brakes? How do you keep that turn going in your own length? We’ll role play some helming actions to get your muscle memory involved. Docking is the skill Capt. Linda Lewis teaches the most often in her on-the-water instruction.
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