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Pocono
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SAILING COURSES
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Basic Keelboat Sailing
(ASA 101)
Prerequisites:
None
General Description:
A certified student is able to sail a boat up
to about 20 feet in length in light to moderate winds and sea conditions in
familiar waters without supervision. A preparatory standard with no
auxiliary power or navigation skills required. Successful candidates earn a
National Safe Boating Certificate approved by NASBLA and the U.S. Coast
Guard.
I. Sailing Knowledge
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Identify all basic parts of a sailboat and
their functions.
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Define points of sail and terms used on a
standard sailboat.
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Apply the International and Inland Navigation
Rules for prevention of collision at sea in various situations and
identify the sailboat or powerboat that is the "stand-by" and "give-way"
boat.
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Describe the actions to be taken when sailing
in the vicinity of commercial shipping and how to maintain proper
look-out.
II. Sailing Skills
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Select and properly use a personal flotation
device and clothing for various weather conditions.
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Hoist the basic sails, set appropriate luff
tensions, coil and hang halyards and other lines.
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Without an instructor or direction, act as
helmsman/skipper and crew on a sailboat using proper commands and
responses while sailing under various wind directions. Sail a
windward/leeward course while performing tacks and jibes, steer by the lee
without jibing.
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Lower, fold and stow sails properly.
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Describe and demonstrate the actions to be
taken by a helmsman/skipper when sailing from the time a person falls
overboard without warning until the crew member is safely recovered. Also,
describe how to get an exhausted person aboard.
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Secure a sailboat to a dock so as to ensure
limited movement and set out fenders.
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Describe the function of and tie 6 basic
knots without assistance and within time limits.
Basic Coastal Cruising
(ASA 103)
Prerequisites:
Basic Keelboat Sailing Certification
General Description:
A certified student is able to cruise safely in
local and regional waters as both skipper and crew on an auxiliary sailboat
of about 20 to 30 feet in length, in moderate winds and sea conditions.
I. Sailing Knowledge
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Identify expanded parts inventory on larger
sailboat and describe their functions.
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List all the federal equipment requirements
and ASA recommended safety equipment for a medium size sailboat heading
out on long cruises or into rough weather.
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Describe the most important reasons for
keeping gear and equipment stowed in assigned places on a boat.
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Describe purpose and proper use of the safety
equipment onboard, fueling and fire precautions.
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Describe internationally required navigation
lights on boats between sunset and sunrise when under sail, under power,
and at anchor. Apply Navigation Rules by means of diagram and practice.
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Interpret marine weather forecasts and
weather changes applicable to the area and apply the information to the
sailing plans for the next six hours and the entire day.
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Describe actions and precautions to be taken
during times of reduced visibility.
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Describe the correct sail combinations to
carry under various wind and sea conditions, including reefing.
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Read and interpret important information form
the NOAA nautical chart of the local area, demonstrate basic navigation
knowledge.
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Describe anchoring procedures, site selection
and dangers of a lee shore.
Basic Coastal Navigation
(ASA 105)
Prerequisites:
None
General Description:
Designed to provide you with working knowledge
of basic to advanced piloting techniques. You will learn plotting methods,
position fixing, associated publications, aids to navigation, weather and
planning. Excellent course for anyone preparing for the USCG exam. Classes
scheduled by request for groups of four or more.
Basic Small Boat Sailing
(ASA 110) For youth camp or youth group sailing clubs.
Prerequisites:
None
General Description:
Learn to sail a centerboard sailboat in light
to moderate winds and conditions in familiar waters without supervision. A
preparatory Standard with no auxiliary power or navigation skills required.
This course is a daysailing standard on sailboats less than 20 feet in
length without a fixed keel. Call for information.
Intro to Sailing Fun Sail:
General Description:
No certification involved. This is a 3 hour fun sail or practice sail. Sit
back and just enjoy the beauty of sailing or be an active crew member and help
with the sailing.
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