The Galapagos Archipelago, first visited by Charles Darwin 151 years ago aboard the HMS Beagle is a wildlife paradise still largely intact due to its protection as an Ecuadorian National Park.
Published: January, 2018
January 6 4PM – 6PM - Galapagos Planning Party – OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
The Galapagos Archipelago, first visited by Charles Darwin 151 years ago aboard the HMS Beagle is a wildlife paradise still largely intact due to its protection as an Ecuadorian National Park. Join us at OCSC to learn more about this amazing expedition taking place November 2018! Please RSVP at (510) 843-4200. Cost is free.
January 13 6:30PM – 9PM - Croatia Planning Party – OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
Croatia’s fantastic climate, cuisine, endless activities, friendly people and superb sailing ensure the return of many vacation makers year after year. The climate and conditions are ideal for gentle coastal cruising. Have your camera at the ready as you glide past countless panoramic views and enjoy delicious Croatian cuisine. Flotilla charters are ideal for first-time skippers since OCSC helps in cruise planning, introduces individuals to others interested in sharing a yacht, and sends an experienced ‘group leader’ along. Learn more about this September 2018 trip during the Planning party. Please RSVP at (510) 843-4200. Cost is free.
January 8-19 Captain OUPV (6-Pack/100GT) Course – Maritime Institute, Alameda, 888-262-8020 www.MaritimeInstitute.com
Why settle for just an OUPV license when our USCG approved Captain’s course meets the requirement for not only the OUPV/6-PACK License; but also - OUPV up to 100 GT - Master or Mate Near Coastal less than 100 GT - Master or Mate Inland less than 100 GT. To register or view our complete schedule, visit www.MaritimeInstitute.com.
January 20 6:30PM – 9PM - Antarctica Planning Party – OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
Antarctica is said to be the coldest, driest and windiest place on earth, but this immense wilderness is also a fabulous and virtually pristine paradise chock-full of wildlife with an incomparable scenery of mountains, snow and ice. It is a privilege to visit this awe-inspiring continent and to experience the special magic that has lured explorers, adventurers and scientists for more than two centuries and – most recently – world travelers. Join us for our Antarctica planning party to explain the details and answer questions from anyone interested in going with us in January 2019. Please RSVP at (510) 843-4200. Cost is free.
January 31 Radar Recertification 1 Day - Maritime Institute, Alameda, 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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