#20: How to prepare for your sailing course!

#20: How to prepare for your sailing course!

Alright, so you listened to my last episode and you have signed up for a course! Congrats! Now what? Hopefully the sailing school that you signed up with will be providing you with some pre-course learning materials. But if that is not the case, this week I provide you with some ideas. For this episode I will assume you are signed up for a day sailing course. I'll do a different episode for liveaboard sailing.

What to Wear

Ok, you are getting excited and figuring out what to pack for your course. If you are day sailing, you should check the weather each day and dress accordingly. What does that mean? If there's rain, invest in rain pants and a rain jacket. Bring extra layers, spare socks, hats, etc. Unless otherwise indicated by the sailing school, you should not need to bring any person safety items to a beginner course.

Basically plan to wear active, or hiking, type of clothes. I find these work best and avoid jeans. Something comfortable, something that moves with you, something that dries quickly, etc. Footwear should be comfortable and with good tread. No flip-flops. Listen to Episode #2: New Sailor Sailing Gear for other ideas and tips.

What to Bring

Now I'm looking at extra items to bring to make your course fun and enjoyable. Here's a short list:

  • sunglasses, hat
  • sunscreen
  • phone/camera for photo ops
  • water, snacks, lunch (make it BIG, as fresh air will make you hungry!)
  • notebook and pencil if you like to write things down (wet notes work great)
  • binoculars if you'd like to look around during lunch, but they could be a bit much for this type of day sailing
  • any course books that were mailed to you (ie Basic Cruising Skills textbook for example)


Det här avsnittet är hämtat från ett öppet RSS-flöde och publiceras inte av Podme. Det kan innehålla reklam.

Avsnitt(103)

Episode 5 Anchoring: Stop dragging for good NEW SERIES: From Passenger to Confident Skipper!

Episode 5 Anchoring: Stop dragging for good NEW SERIES: From Passenger to Confident Skipper!

This episode we talk about anchoring! What, how, when, where... all the ins and outs of making sure the boat stays put, so you can have a great sleep. Chapters00:00 Understanding Different Types of An...

8 Juni 38min

Episode 4 Docking Without the Drama (Even in Tight Marinas) NEW SERIES: From Passenger to Confident Skipper!

Episode 4 Docking Without the Drama (Even in Tight Marinas) NEW SERIES: From Passenger to Confident Skipper!

Episode 4 of my new series From Passenger to Confident Skipper is all about docking! What equipment you need, how to practice and prepare for all scenarios, what to do with your crew, and more. Learn ...

19 Maj 25min

Episode 3 The key decisions every skipper must get right NEW SERIES: From Passenger to Confident Skipper!

Episode 3 The key decisions every skipper must get right NEW SERIES: From Passenger to Confident Skipper!

One of the biggest shifts in sailing happens when you move from simply operating the boat to making the decisions that keep everyone safe and confident on the water. In this episode of Your Pocket Sai...

11 Maj 22min

Episode 2 Why you still don’t feel confident sailing NEW SERIES: From Passenger to Confident Skipper!

Episode 2 Why you still don’t feel confident sailing NEW SERIES: From Passenger to Confident Skipper!

In Episode 2 of our series From Passenger to Confident Skipper, we dig into a frustrating but incredibly common feeling: you’ve spent time on the water, maybe even taken courses, yet that sense of tru...

27 Apr 24min

Episode 1 You've taken a course... now what? NEW SERIES: From Passenger to Confident Skipper!

Episode 1 You've taken a course... now what? NEW SERIES: From Passenger to Confident Skipper!

I am staring an 8-episode series called "From Passenger to Confident Skipper". Each episode will focus on a different aspect of your voyage to becoming the most competent skipper you can be!This episo...

20 Apr 24min

#86 SailTies: Turning Every Voyage Into a Story

#86 SailTies: Turning Every Voyage Into a Story

I am SO excited to introduce you all to Sailties! This is an awesome app for sailors where we can log our trips, exchange information, create a sailor resume, look for adventures to join, and so much ...

6 Apr 33min

#85 From Impulse to Informed: Graham's Boat Buying Journey

#85 From Impulse to Informed: Graham's Boat Buying Journey

In this conversation, Graham shares his journey into sailing and boat ownership, detailing his experiences with purchasing his first boat, Ringo, and the lessons learned along the way. He discusses th...

9 Mars 26min

#84 Essential Tips for First-Time Boat Buyers!

#84 Essential Tips for First-Time Boat Buyers!

In this episode of Your Pocket Sailing Instructor, Coach Penny discusses essential considerations for buying a boat. She emphasizes the importance of understanding your boating environment, choosing t...

16 Feb 31min

Populärt inom Utbildning

historiepodden-se
rss-bara-en-till-om-missbruk-medberoende-2
det-skaver
nu-blir-det-historia
harrisons-dramatiska-historia
not-fanny-anymore
roda-vita-rosen
johannes-hansen-podcast
rss-viktmedicinpodden
allt-du-velat-veta
sa-in-i-sjalen
rss-autismandan
rikatillsammans-om-privatekonomi-rikedom-i-livet
i-vantan-pa-katastrofen
sektledare
rss-max-tant-med-max-villman
rss-basta-livet
rss-traningsklubben
psykologsnack
rss-okrystat