Celestial Navigation

US POWERBOATING Celestial Passagemaking Certification The Power of Navigation Without Modern Technology

There is perhaps no more magical or romantic seamanship skill than the art and science of celestial navigation. Even in today's age of satellite navigation, there is no surer way of determining your ship's position at sea than with sextant and skill. Through this 4-day, 31-hour classroom course, you will join the ranks of the few great seaman throughout history who can truly navigate the Seven Seas.

Celestial Navigation

Topics Covered Include

  • Use of the Sextant (Sun, Moon and Star Sights)
  • Adjusting/Correcting the Sextant
  • Calculating Latitude and Longitude Through Sight Reductions
  • Determining Distance-Off
  • Plotting a running fix

Format

  • Four days/ 28 hours
  • Offered several times each year

Tuition

$545 per person

Prerequisites

Coastal Navigation Certification (or equivalent skills)

Price: $545

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