Basic Coastal Cruising (ASA 103)
Basic Coastal Cruising teaches sailors to plan and execute a cruise on
a mid-sized cruising sailboat with inboard diesel power along the
Chesapeake Bay. It is a two-day and one-night course.
Course content:
Topics covered include chart reading and navigation, use of the VHF,
review of the boat systems, maneuvering under power, anchoring,
planning a cruise and emergency procedures including heavy-weather sailing.
** Customized Dates: Groups of 2 or more can schedule private courses
at no additional cost.
Prerequisite:
Fundamentals of Sailing (ASA 101) and Intermediate Sailing OR equivalent
sailing experience. Please note, Getaway also offers a course which
combines Basic Coastal Cruising (ASA 103) and Bareboat Chartering (ASA 104).
Boats used in the instruction:
Cruising boats in the range 31 to 34 feet from the Getaway fleet.
ASA Basic Cruising certification examination:
The written examination is offered at the end of the instructional period.
Cost: $75 to include the exam, logbook, grading, and certificate.
What to Bring:
In addition to the usual sailing gear be sure to bring your foul-weather
gear, bed linens, pillow and a change of clothes.
Cost:
$625.00 + tax; $562.50 + tax for club members.
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