[USPS Ensign]
[BPS Burgee] Birmingham Power Squadron [BPS Burgee]
0750 on Friday, September 10th, 2010

Cruise Planning Course Description


This course is designed for members who plan to cruise for a year or just a weekend - in either a sail or power boat. It covers such topics as:

  • Planning a voyage
  • Financing a voyage
  • Managing commitments back home
  • How to equip a cruising boat
  • Crew selection
  • Provisioning
  • Voyage management
  • Entering and clearing foreign ports
  • Emergencies afloat
  • Security measures