The time has come to once again sign up for the annual Tacoma Basic Crewing Course. Spring and the official start of the boating season will be here before you know it. If you have wanted to learn about sailing now is the time; the spring 2012 Tacoma Mountaineers Basic Crewing (Sailing) course will teach you to:
Rig a sloop-rigged sailboat.
Assist in departing from and arriving at a dock under power.
Have a basic understanding of sail trim and sailboat maneuvering.
Understand basic personal gear requirements and safety practices for sailing under conditions which may be encountered during Mountaineers sails.
Have a basic understanding of charts and navigation aids.
Be able to function as a crew member during a sail.
Course Graduation Requirements:
Attendance at all three classroom sessions; Monday March 26, April 2 and April 9, 2012 from 6:30-8:30 pm with location still to be determined.
Attendance at one On-the-Dock/ First Training Sail sessions March 31 or April 1.
Attendance at a Second Training Sail, April 14 or 15.
Attendance at two experience sails - dates to be determined after course starts.
