Clinic Overview:
– June 7-8, 2024 (all paddlers) OR
June 10-11, 2024 (Women on Water)
– Three-hour evening theory session (first day) + six-hour on-water day (second day)
– Takes place in the Nanaimo area.
– Ratio of 4 students to 1 instructor.
– $250 per person.
– Learn and practice visual navigation techniques to make your marine chart “come alive!”
Clinic Overview
We’ll delve into the world of chart-based navigation, with a particular focus on visual navigation — using the features we see around us, and on our charts, to guide and inform our paddling excursions.
Over the course of this clinic, you will learn:
- how to read and understand the symbols on your chart – in theory and in real life;
- how to translate what you see on your chart to what you see around you when you’re paddling – and vice versa;
- how to accurately and efficiently identify and track your position on a chart, using visual landmarks around you;
- how to use ranges, lines of position, backstops and more to keep yourself on course;
- how to estimate and track travel time, speed and distance on a chart and in real time;
- how to lead a section of a day trip using your chart to guide and inform you;
- and more!
Note: This course is not focussed on compass-based navigation, although the curriculum may include some compass-based exercises. Our goal is to solidify your visual navigation skills, which are always your first line of navigational knowledge on the water!
Dates, Times & Location:
- June 7-8, 2024
- June 10-11, 2024 – Women on Water (WoW) – female paddlers only, with a female instructor
- Day 1: Evening theory session from 5:30-8:30 p.m.
- Day 2: On-water session from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Location TBD closer to, depending on weather conditions. Potential locations include Nanoose Bay, Winchelsea Islands, and Nanaimo Harbour area.
Class Size & Fees
- 4 students maximum.
- $250 per person, GST included.
- Students will need to purchase their own chart for the course.
Prerequisites:
- Previous kayaking experience (ideally a minimum of Paddle Canada Level 1 Sea Kayak Skills or equivalent), is recommended to get the most out of this course.
- Participants are encouraged to bring their own sea kayak and equipment. Rentals are available if required.
- Participants must sign our waiver and complete a medical form in advance of attending the series.
Registration
To register, please e-mail us at crosscurrents@outlook.com or complete the form below and we will contact you to complete your registration.
Crosscurrents Kayak 