Who should attend.
Boaters who want to learn the symbols used on charts, use Aids to Navigation and landmarks to determine location, Layout a safe course, measure a course using a standard USPS plotter, understand Latitudes and Longitudes as well as distance scales along with a quick guide to the rules of the road. A good prerequisite to the "Using GPS" seminar.
What to bring
Sharp pencil, erasers, straight edge and any plotting tools you have.
Schedule of events.
Coffee, juice, and
breakfast treats
0830 till 0850
(West Marine Lobby)
Introduction to USPS
0850 to 0900
How to use a Chart 0900 till 1130
(Steve Rank)
Included texts are:
The 1210 Training Chart, a waterproof Chart Symbols and On-the-Water Guide from Maptech and Student Notes.Certification:
This is one of the qualifying seminars for the USPS University, Boat Operator CertificationRegistration
Please register on-line before September 6.
Space is limited to 12 students.
CLICK HERE
to register on-line.
Once registered on line, you will receive confirmation with a request to bring a check for the fees. Limited to 12 students.
Fees:
USPS Member____ $30 Non Member ____ $40
USPS Member Spouse _____ $10 Non Member Spouse____ $20
The spouse price does not include the texts.