Managing the Waterway

Strictly Sail-Miami seminars, Feb. 12-16, 2009.

Mark and Diana — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 23:13:09 +0000

Join us at Strictly Sail, Miami, Florida at the Authors’ Corner or at one of our seminars. Seminar topics and times will be posted soon.

Strictly Sail-Chicago seminars, Jan. 29-Feb. 2, 2009.

Mark and Diana — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 23:09:32 +0000

Join us at Strictly Sail, Chicago, Illinois at the Authors’ Corner or at one of our seminars. Seminar dates and times will be posted soon.

The Cruising Computer

You probably own a laptop and a cell phone, but do you take advantage of the profusion of marine resources and tools now available for personal computers? Why not harness the power of electronic charts, satellite imagery, sophisticated piloting features, weather downloads, buddy boat tracking, geo-referencing a digital photo library, free local and international calling, and an inexhaustible supply of free downloadable nautical references? This seminar covers a range of ideas and scenarios for bringing a laptop and smartphone aboard … and learning to do more with them!

Norfolk to Miami — Managing the ICW Dream

A fun and informative preview of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. For many boaters, transiting the ICW is a trip of a lifetime. But planning ahead is the key. With the right resources and a bit of foresight, your vessel becomes your magic carpet ride through this historical and wildlife-rich slice of waterfront America. This presentation highlights the route and offers valuable state-by-state planning advice.

Miami to the Dry Tortugas — Exploring the Florida Keys

Join us for a fun and informative preview of the Florida Keys. Often called, “America’s Bahamas,” this 192-mile chain of small islands is home to North America’s only barrier coral reef. Boasting plentiful and convenient services, and a tropical average temperature of 82ºF, this is truly America’s cruising, fishing, and diving paradise. This presentation highlights both Hawk Channel and Florida Bay routes and offers valuable planning and cruising advice.

Strictly Sail-Baltimore seminars, Jan. 21-25, 2009.

Mark and Diana — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 23:04:07 +0000

Join us at Strictly Sail, Baltimore, Maryland at the Authors’ Corner or at one of our seminars. Seminar dates and times will be posted soon.

The Cruising Computer

Norfolk to Miami — Managing the ICW Dream

Miami to the Dry Tortugas — Exploring the Florida Keys

SSCA Gam seminar, Dec. 5, 2008.

Mark and Diana — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 14:14:22 +0000

We’ll be attending the SSCA Gam in Melbourne, Florida and presenting a seminar on e-charting. Seminar time: Friday, December 5 at 1:00.

The Cruising Computer

Strictly Sail-St. Pete seminars, Dec. 4 & 7, 2008.

Mark and Diana — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 14:28:32 +0000

Join us at Strictly Sail, St. Petersburg, Florida for three seminars. Seminar times: Thursday, December 4 at 2:15 on the Intracoastal Waterway; Thursday, December 4 at 4:45 on e-charting; and Sunday, December 7 at 3:30 on e-charting. Also stop by the Authors’ Corner anytime over the four-day event.

The Cruising Computer

Norfolk to Miami — Managing the ICW Dream

Southbound Cruisers seminars, Oct. 28 & 29, 2008.

Mark and Diana — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 14:33:06 +0000

We’re presenting two seminars at the Southbound Cruisers Rendezvous in New Bern, North Carolina. Seminar times: Tuesday, October 28 at 11:00 on e-charting and Wednesday, October 29 at 1:00 on the Intracoastal Waterway.

The Cruising Computer

Norfolk to Miami — Managing the ICW Dream

Krogen Rendezvous seminar, Oct. 3, 2008.

Mark and Diana — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 14:34:47 +0000

We’re presenting a seminar on electronic charting at the Krogen Rendezvous in Solomons, Maryland. Seminar time: Friday, October 3 at 10:30.

Mark and Diana Doyle, authors of the Managing the Waterway cruising guide and electronic chart series, present a fun and informative seminar on electronic charting. You probably already have a computer on board—and with NOAA’s recent free release of its digital chart library, there’s no excuse not to put your laptop to work on electronic charting.

We’ll decipher the differences between raster and vector chart formats and look at the advantages of each; list PC and Mac charting & navigation applications and tell you where to find free and trial software; detail NOAA’s ChartServer interface for free charts and discuss alternative low-cost sources of electronic charts; overview external input options for position tracking, collision avoidance, and satellite weather; and wrap up with tips for troubleshooting a laptop charting system and practical examples on how to make the most out of your onboard laptop.

This seminar is suitable for both novice and experienced e-chart users.

Trawler Fest seminars, Sept. 25 & 27, 2008.

Mark and Diana — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 14:41:33 +0000

We’re presenting two seminars on electronic charting at Trawler Fest in Solomons, Maryland. Seminar times: Thursday, September 25th at 10:30 and Saturday, September 27 at 10:30.

This seminar is suitable for both novice and experienced e-chart users.