ASA 105
Coastal Navigation
Description
Able to apply the navigational theory and practices for safe navigation of a sailing vessel in coastal and inland waters. On-water coastal navigation skills elements are contained in the ASA103, Basic Coastal Cruising, ASA 104, Bareboat Cruising, and ASA 106, Advanced Coastal Cruising, in progressively increasing levels of detail.
Learning Format
16-hours taught over two weekend days. Eight hours each day (8:30-16:30).
Learning Investment
$555.00 per person.
Prerequisite:
Although no prior experience is necessary for this course, having a fundamental knowledge of USCG (United States Coast Guard) Aids to Navigation (ATON) along with some basic sailing experience is helpful. This course can be taken out of the numerical sequence of ASA courses and is helpful prior to or after taking the ASA103.
Location
Wilmette or Waukegan Harbor.
Study Materials
The following material will be provided on the first day of class:
Coastal Navigation & Piloting textbook
Coastal Navigation manual