Planning Your Cruise

Boating Beyond the Day Trip: Your Guide to the Adventure of a Lifetime

Sponsor: United States Power Squadrons


About the Course

What is the course about and why do I need it?

Are you finally ready to take that epic long distance cruise but don’t know where to start? Start Here! The United States Power Squadron presents – Planning Your Cruise. The 2nd installment of a 3 part series on cruise planning. This seminar will give you all of the basic knowledge & skills necessary to prepare for your first voyage or act as a refresher for more seasoned cruisers. Don’t let the dream slip by; start your greatest adventure today with Planning Your Cruise!

Course Details

Price

$30.00

Level

Intermediate

Estimated Time

2 hr 0 min

Member Price

$26.21

Price for members of United States Power Squadrons, US Coast Guard Auxiliary, Great Lakes Cruising Club and, BoatUS members.


Planning Your Cruise Course Preview Video

This course includes International Tips, Interactive Exercises, and Quiz Questions.

After completing this seminar you will know:

  • Major steps that go into defining the cruise you want
  • Factors involved in crew selection and integration
  • What’s involved in meal planning and provisioning
  • How to charter
  • How to prepare for emergencies and medical issues that can arise in cruising
  • How to address your personal and boat security