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USCG Auxiliary Charts, Navigation and GPS course
Classes are on March 21st, May 9th and Sept 19th 2015
USCG
Auxiliary 24-3 is offering the Charts, Navigation and GPS course on Saturday
morning. For
advanced registration prior to the class date, go to http://a0142403.uscgaux.info/
Walk-ins are welcome on day of the Class. The
Charts Navigation
and GPS course will be held on Saturday from 8 am to 3:00
pm. The course ties
together electronic navigation and the method of plotting a course on a paper
chart. Instructions on basic satellite navigation (GPS) and its functions are presented
as well as pros and cons of relying on electronic navigation devices. Students will
be instructed how to interpret and use information printed on charts as well as
chart a course using that information and navigation tools. Cost: $60.
For additional information about Coast Guard Auxiliary courses,please call 860-663-5505, email:skperrone@hotmail.comor visit http://a0142403.uscgaux.info/