Day Skipper

A comprehensive introduction to chartwork, navigation, meteorology and the basics of seamanship. Invaluable for learning how to start making decisions on board and if you are considering taking the Day Skipper practical course.

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Day Skipper Shorebased Course
Pre-course experience Some practical experience desirable
Assumed Knowledge None
Course content Basic seamanship and introduction to navigation and meteorology. A basic knowledge of lights, weather and IRPCS is also included.
Ability after course Sufficient knowledge to navigate around familiar waters by day.
Minimum duration 40 hours and 2 assessment papers
 
Saturday: light showers, Max Temp: 9°C (48°F), Min Temp: 6°C (43°F)

Max Temp: 9°C (48°F), Min Temp: 6°C (43°F), Wind Direction: NNW, Wind Speed: 21mph, Visibility: moderate, Pressure: 1023mb, Humidity: 84%, UV risk: low, Pollution: low, Sunrise: 07:28GMT, Sunset: 16:20GMT
Sunday: heavy showers, Max Temp: 12°C (54°F), Min Temp: 7°C (45°F)

Max Temp: 12°C (54°F), Min Temp: 7°C (45°F), Wind Direction: WNW, Wind Speed: 36mph, Visibility: poor, Pressure: 1004mb, Humidity: 80%, UV risk: low, Pollution: low, Sunrise: 07:30GMT, Sunset: 16:19GMT
Monday: light showers, Max Temp: 8°C (46°F), Min Temp: 5°C (41°F)

Max Temp: 8°C (46°F), Min Temp: 5°C (41°F), Wind Direction: N, Wind Speed: 17mph, Visibility: very good, Pressure: 999mb, Humidity: 68%, UV risk: low, Pollution: low, Sunrise: 07:31GMT, Sunset: 16:18GMT