Build your confidence in any docking situation - upwind, downwind, crosswind, or cross current. Developing skills at leaving or arriving at any dock regardless of the weather conditions, even when there are other boats close at hand, is critical to enjoying your time on the water.
Published: December, 2015
December 4 2PM – 5PM – Docking Clinics - OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
Build your confidence in any docking situation - upwind, downwind, crosswind, or cross current. Developing skills at leaving or arriving at any dock regardless of the weather conditions, even when there are other boats close at hand, is critical to enjoying your time on the water. Learn about all the tools you can use to take the anxiety out of docking larger boats. Retail: $200, Members: $150.
December 7-9 Radar Observer / Refresher - 3 day Renewal Course - Maritime Institute, San Rafael, 888-262-8020, www.MaritimeInstitute.com
This three (3) day course is for a renewal of the Unlimited Radar Observer endorsement. The course is recommended for candidates that have not done radar plots for a long period of time. To register or view our complete schedule, visit www.MaritimeInstitute.com.
December 7-11 Radar Observer Unlimited Course - Maritime Institute, San Rafael, 888-262-8020, www.MaritimeInstitute.com
This five (5) day course provides training to mariners who wish to obtain a USCG endorsement as a Radar Observer (Unlimited). A Radar Observer endorsement is required for all ocean routes; all towing vessel greater than 26 feet with the exception of commercial assistance towing operations; and all licenses with tonnage limitations over 200 tons. To register or view our complete schedule, visit www.MaritimeInstitute.com.
December 11 2PM – 5PM - Docking Clinics – OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
Build your confidence in any docking situation - upwind, downwind, crosswind, or cross current. Developing skills at leaving or arriving at any dock regardless of the weather conditions, even when there are other boats close at hand, is critical to enjoying your time on the water. Learn about all the tools you can use to take the anxiety out of docking larger boats. Retail: $200, Members: $150.
December 13 9AM – 5PM - Three Island Sail – OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
Get up-close and personal with Alcatraz, Angel, and Treasure Islands on our all-day Three-Island Sail. Whether you are an old salt or brand new to yachting, sail by these icons of the San Francisco Bay on a nimble J-105 skippered by a professional instructor. OCSC will provide a complimentary breakfast and coffee beforehand. Make it a full day by sticking around for pizza, popcorn, and a movie afterwards. Retail: $187.50, Members: $150.
December 16 6PM– 9PM - Moonlight Sail – OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
Set sail aboard one of our larger yachts skippered by a professional OCSC skipper and enjoy a relaxing night out on the Bay. You can soak in the beauty of the twinkling city lights while not lifting a finger, or pitch in and take the helm. Following the sail, we will serve chili, chips, salsa, snacks, and beverages. It is a great time to get to know other like-minded sailors. Retail: $75, Members: $56.25.
December 16 Radar Recertification 1 Day - Maritime Institute, San Rafael, 888-262-8020, www.MaritimeInstitute.com
This course is a renewal test for the Unlimited Radar Observer renewal for the advanced mariner that does radar plotting on a regular basis. Testing on the first and second triangles and practical plotting on the radar scope (2 tests each) Approximately four (4) hours. To register or view our complete schedule, visit www.MaritimeInstitute.com.
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