Class is still on - please call 704.523.1089 to register.
Great Outdoor Provision Co. Charlotte will be conducting a Sea Kayak Navigation Course this Winter. Here are the details:
What – A Basic Sea Kayak Navigation Course covering classic navigation techniques using a nautical chart, compass, course plotter and watch.
Topics to be Covered:
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When – Six consecutive Thursday evenings, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 and Mar 4, 11
Duration – Six consecutive weekly sessions, each one building upon the foundation of the former ones.
Where – Great Outdoor Provision Co.
4341 Park Rd - Charlotte, NC 28209 - 704.523.1089
Class Size – Limited to 8 students
Provided – Fundamentals of Sea Kayak Navigation by David Burch and a Small Craft NAV-AID Course Plotter
What you need to provide:
- NOAA Chart #11545 Beaufort Inlet and Part of Core Sound (This is a 1:40,000 scale nautical chart of the Cape Lookout, NC area, a wonderful place to explore by sea kayak.
- NOAA Chart #1 (a reference book of chart symbols)
- 6” clear plastic ruler
- Sanford Fine point “Sharpie” pen (Black)
- Something to take notes with
Where to purchase NOAA Chart and Book:
- The Map Shop at the corner of Morehead and Kings Drive in Charlotte (704-332-5557)
- Please order in advance of the class as these items may need to be special ordered if out of stock.
- Alternative sources include West Marine or direct from NOAA at: http://www.nauticalcharts.noaa.gov/staff/charts.htm#paper
Register - First come, first serve. Class limited to 8 students. Use PAY NOW button above or call/visit the Charlotte Shop 704.523.1089.
Cost - $300 (MULEteam member cost is $270) payable in advance to secure your spot in the class and to provide the text and plotter mentioned above.
Questions
- Regarding registration: Contact Gwen Crabtree at 301@greatoutdoorprovision.com Subject: Navigation Class or call at 704-523-1089.
- Regarding the class: Contact your instructor, Bill Mauney, at billm@greatoutdoorprovision.com Subject: Navigation Class or call 704-962-9191.
“A good navigator never gets lost. But, having learned humility, he takes plenty of extra food and water for days of confusion.”
