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/ or
register in person on Sunday, September 8th, 1pm to 3pm at the Flotilla 24-3
Training Center, 1 Helwig Street, Milford, CT, which is located one block north
of Milford Boat Works. Walk-ins are welcome on day of the Class.

The
Charts Navigation
and GPS course will be held on Saturday September 21st 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.com
or visit http://a0142403.uscgaux.info/