Cruising Nuts and Bolts

Name: Cruising Nuts and Bolts
Start: 2020-4-18T09:00:00
End: 2020-4-18T23:50:00

The Nuts and Bolts of it

Take a step up from the daysailing boats to introduce cruising yachts. As a two-day onboard cruise, this experiences include learning about an inboard diesel engine, essential systems for heating, and complete cooking capabilities in a galley of course. Who could forget a proper introduction to the marine toilet – get A HEAD with this program.
*NOTE: If you are have bigger ambitions and are continuing to LEVEL TWO programs, you can go directly to those programs from LEVEL ONE MODULE 2 and skip this third module.

Learning is the Gateway to Having Fun on the Water

Getting Down to Details

Experience Required

BAY SKIPPER our equivalent experience
PCOC (Pleasure Craft Operator Card)

Course Format

two-day live aboard cruise beginning Saturday at 0900 through 1700 Sunday
overnight in Howe Sound

Certifications Possible

Boat Coach Cruising Nuts & Bolts Endorsement

Included

on the water time aboard a 33′ sailing yacht (typically)
study resources
standard two day menu
fuel
moorage when applicable (we will anchor overnight when suitable)
lifejackets

Not Included

appropriate sailing attire
bedding (sleeping bag & pillow)
alcoholic beverages (you may bring for time when course ‘signed off’)

Key Topics Covered

vessel equipment, systems and instruments
safety and safety equipment
navigation and pilotage
boat handling at sea and around marinas
introductory maintenance and troubleshooting

What's Next?

LEVEL TWO CRUISE AND LEARN

With the rudiments of boat handling in hand, and once you take our VHF and Navigation Clinics, you are ready to enhance and expand your skills so that you are comfortable and capable with larger vessels for longer periods of time. Check it out for your next adventure!

CLINICS

If you are looking to further your ability to navigate safely and professionally on the water, and are wanting to take the next steps in your cruising certification, we have a number of clinics that you will need to take here at Cooper Boating. We have clinics for VHF (ROC), COASTAL NAVIGATION, DOCKING, ANCHORING, and for DIESEL ENGINES.

Payment Terms & Cancellation Policy

Full payment is due at or within 90 days of a course start date. Cancellations made 91+ days prior to the course start date will be subject to a 10% plus tax cancellation fee. The remainder will be refunded via the original method of payment. Cancellations made less than 91 days prior to the course start date are ineligible for a refund. We cannot accept any changes less than 91 days prior to the course start date.

WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU PURCHASE MEDICAL AND CANCELLATION INSURANCE FOR YOUR PEACE OF MIND. BEGIN WITH YOUR FAVOURITE TRAVEL AGENT.

Welcome Aboard!