USCG Auxiliary Charts, Navigation and GPS course

USCG





Auxiliary 24-3 is offering the Charts, Navigation and GPS course on Saturday





morning. For






advanced registration prior to the class date, go to http://a0142403.uscgaux.info/





Walk-ins are welcome on day of the Class. The





Charts Navigation





and GPS course will be held on Saturday from 8 am to 3:00





pm. The course ties






together electronic navigation and the method of plotting a course on a paper






chart. Instructions on basic satellite navigation (GPS) and its functions are presented





as well as pros and cons of relying on electronic navigation devices. Students will





be instructed how to interpret and use information printed on charts as well as





chart a course using that information and navigation tools. Cost: $60.

For additional information about Coast Guard Auxiliary courses,please call 860-663-5505, email:skperrone@hotmail.comor visit http://a0142403.uscgaux.info/