Skills
Tips and Techniques for Successful Anchoring
Body
Learn what anchoring strategies are best to minimize each other’s stress, to maximize restful sleeps on the hook and to stay safe throughout the anchoring process. Discussions will include; choosing the right anchorage, selection and safe use of ground tackle and related equipment, and in particular, crew communication while anchoring. Those new to anchoring will pick up a good foundation of knowledge and those experienced at anchoring are sure to learn a few new things to make anchoring easier and safer through the illustrative slides.
*Note: Almost all recordings of our GLCC School Webinars can be enjoyed as many times as you wish for an extended period of time, almost always into the cruising season in the summer.
However, for this special presentation, the recording will only be available for a limited time. You will be able to watch the recording only until mid April 2024. After this date, the recording will no longer be available.
Meet The Instructor
Ken and Carol Gillstrom
Ken is a Sail Canada Advanced Cruising instructor and holds the RYA Yachtmaster Offshore certification. Ken and Carol conduct sail training adventures on their custom designed/built aluminum cutter, Voyageur 10.10. Combined, they have logged over 200,000 miles. During the past 18 years they have presented hundreds of seminars on boating related topics. These seminars encourage would-be cruisers to pursue their cruising goals. First-hand experience and practical approach help you take your cruising goals from a “dream” to “reality”. Their “Safety-first” mind set will steer you away from some of the more common pitfalls. You, too, can enjoy safe and memorable cruising adventures on the Great Lakes! You can check out their adventures and sailing courses at www.voyageursailing.com
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