ASA 103 Basic Coastal Cruising
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Learn to skipper twenty five to thirty five foot keelboats
Hands on sailing experience in moderate wind conditions
Practice docking anchoring and auxiliary engine operation
Understand navigation rules and basic coastal navigation skills
This two day course builds on your foundational sailing skills and prepares you to confidently skipper a sloop rigged auxiliary powered keelboat between 25 and 35 feet in length. Training takes place during daylight hours in moderate wind and sea conditions, giving students real world experience in a controlled learning environment. You will develop confidence at the helm while expanding your understanding of sailboat systems and onboard responsibilities.
Throughout the course, you will learn cruising sailboat terminology, auxiliary engine operation, docking procedures, intermediate sail trim, navigation rules, basic coastal navigation, anchoring techniques, weather awareness, safety practices, and seamanship skills. The program focuses on hands on learning, teamwork, and practical decision making. By the end of the course, students will be better prepared to skipper a cruising sailboat safely and responsibly in coastal waters.
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This two day course builds on your foundational sailing skills and prepares you to confidently skipper a sloop rigged auxiliary powered keelboat between 25 and 35 feet in length. Training takes place during daylight hours in moderate wind and sea conditions, giving students real world experience in a controlled learning environment. You will develop confidence at the helm while expanding your understanding of sailboat systems and onboard responsibilities.
Throughout the course, you will learn cruising sailboat terminology, auxiliary engine operation, docking procedures, intermediate sail trim, navigation rules, basic coastal navigation, anchoring techniques, weather awareness, safety practices, and seamanship skills. The program focuses on hands on learning, teamwork, and practical decision making. By the end of the course, students will be better prepared to skipper a cruising sailboat safely and responsibly in coastal waters.
- Two day sailing course
- On water training
- Certified instructor guidance
- Sailboat use during training
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
Comfortable clothes and shoes
Sunglasses & sunscreen
Water bottle
Camera
- Travelers with Limited mobility impairments
- Travelers prone to seasickness
- Travelers with aquaphobia
- Families with children
- Adventure seekers
- Seniors and mature travelers
- Groups of friends
- Physically fit travelers
- Photography lovers
- Couples
Arrive early for boarding and safety briefing
Follow instructor guidance for safety at all times
Weather conditions may affect on water sessions
Have a camera ready to capture every special moment
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Activity Provider: Erie Islands Sailing School & Adventures LLC