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/