Patchogue Bay - upcoming courses (winter / spring / fall, 2006/2007):
Seamanship: Seamanship is our first Advanced Grade course that is offered to USPS members. It covers the practical, day-to-day operation of small boats with a focus on marlinespike (knot tying), navigation rules and boat handling.
Piloting: Introduction to the critical study of marine charts, aids to navigation, adjustment and use of the mariner’s compass, dead reckoning, planning and plotting courses, and taking bearings to determine you on-the-water position. Engine Maintenance: This popular course won’t make you an expert mechanic, but it will enable you to trouble-shoot most common engine problems and jury-rig many repairs. It covers outboard motors, inboard gas and diesel engines, power trains, and related mechanical systems. GPS Learning Guide: Do you want to know more about Global Positioning Systems (GPS)? If so, make it a point to sign up today for the GPS Learning Guide class that will be offered in the spring. This is a good way to gain insight into GPS operation, accuracy, reliability and use as a navigational tool. This is a very short program and there is no final exam. Since most of the above courses are offered on a minimum enrollment basis, please don’t hesitate and sign up today by contacting Lt/C Richard Jost, SN (929-6272).