{"id":3686,"date":"2025-01-29T07:37:02","date_gmt":"2025-01-29T15:37:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tradewindssailing.com\/wordpress\/?page_id=3686"},"modified":"2025-01-29T07:40:23","modified_gmt":"2025-01-29T15:40:23","slug":"basic-coastal-cruising","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tradewindssailing.com\/wordpress\/basic-coastal-cruising\/","title":{"rendered":"Basic Coastal Cruising"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Tradewinds Sailing School and Club<br>Basic Coastal Cruising Instructors Manual<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Included in this module are the daily agendas, equipment requirements, and basic ASA standards. At the end of each module you will be advanced to the next module for additional detail on each topic in the daily agendas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Basic Coastal Cruising (BCC &#8211; ASA 103)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prerequisites for the Class<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Basic Keelboat &#8211; ASA 101<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Completion of the Basic Keelboat practice exercises<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Schedule &amp; Crew<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a three-day, 9am to 5pm course, with a minimum of two and a maximum of three students and one instructor aboard.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"http:\/\/bcc_agenda\">BCC Agenda<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tradewindssailing.com\/wordpress\/?page_id=3697\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"3697\">BCC Day One &#8211; Class and Slip<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tradewindssailing.com\/wordpress\/?page_id=3699\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"3699\">BCC Day One &#8211; On the Water<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tradewindssailing.com\/wordpress\/?page_id=3701\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"3701\">BCC Day Two<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tradewindssailing.com\/wordpress\/?page_id=3703\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"3703\">BCC Day Three<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Course Purpose<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The purpose of this course is to learn the fundamentals of coastal cruising on a sailing yacht during daylight hours. Subjects include Rules of the Road, required equipment, engines and troubleshooting, weather observations, heavy weather, basic navigation, intensive boat docking practice and instruction, and much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students successfully completing this course are eligible to receive ASA 103 certification and have the skills necessary to independently skipper one of our Bronze and some Silver Fleet boats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Boats Are Used<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this class, you will instruct students using three Bronze Fleet boats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ASA Standard<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Able to skipper a sloop-rigged auxiliary powered (inboard or outboard engine) keelboat of approximately 25 to 35 feet in length by day in moderate winds (up to 20 knots) and sea conditions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Knowledge of cruising sailboat terminology, basic boat systems, auxiliary engine operation, docking procedures, intermediate sail trim, navigation rules, basic coastal navigation, anchoring, weather interpretation, safety, and seamanship.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"bcc_agenda\">Agenda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Day One Agenda<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Introductions<br>Discussion of Forces Impacting a Sail Boat<br>Line Handling &#8211; Knots and Coils<br>Boat Systems<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Thru Hulls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inboard Engines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Marine Toilet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>VHF Radio<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Navigation Lights<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SAFETOGO and COOL<br>Departures &amp; Docking (LOT)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Location<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Orientation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transition<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Maneuvering under Power<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Maneuvering in Forward in close quarters (e.g. in a fairway)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reversing in a Straight Line with the Bow to the Wind<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Back &amp; Fill (Fairway Turn)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sailing Review<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tacks &amp; Jibes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heave To<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reefing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crew Overboard<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anchoring (may be completed day two if required)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Side Tie Docking and Departure (D Dock Pump Out Station)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Forward into docking on Lee side of dock (using a spring line)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Springing the Stern Out<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pump Out<br>Boat Clean Up<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Day Two Agenda<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Charts<br>SAFETOGO<br>Boat Handling<br>Sailing into Slips<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Upwind<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Downwind<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mooring Balls<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Side Tie Docking and Departure (D Dock Pump Out Station)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reverse into docking on Windward side of dock<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Springing out the Bow<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Boat Clean Up<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Day Three Agenda<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Preparation \u2026 Different Boat<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Boat Handling<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sail to Ayala Cove<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2 or 3 Bearing Fix Enroute<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Picking Up a Mooring<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lunch on board<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sam\u2019s Anchor Caf\u00e9<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Paradise Cove (if time allows)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Return to Tradewinds<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Test<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The test may be taken at any convenient time during the third day of class. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended Class Sailing Areas<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each day\u2019s sailing location is up to the discretion of the individual instructor. One recommend schedule of locations is as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Day 1 &amp; 2 \u2013 Marina Bay<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Day 3 \u2013 Angel Island, Sam\u2019s Anchor Caf\u00e9, Paradise Cove<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Required Class Equipment <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The following documents and\/or equipment should be on board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For all classes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Type I PFD for each person on board<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>USCG Commercial approved ring buoy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Updated chart of the area (18649)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coast Pilot and Updated Light List<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Current Local Notice to Mariners<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drug Test Kit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safety Briefing Outline<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dock lines (4 as required by the boat)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Additional Equipment for Basic Coastal Cruising<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>25 \u2013 30 foot long line to use as a spring\/stopping line (generally one of the standard 4 dock lines)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>100+ foot line for mooring<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Black ball day shape for anchoring<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sufficient fenders to protect hull during sailing into slips exercises<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hand held compass<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chart of the area (18649)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parallel Rule and Dividers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tradewindssailing.com\/wordpress\/?page_id=3697\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"3697\">Day One Classroom and Slip<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tradewinds Sailing School and ClubBasic Coastal Cruising Instructors Manual Included in this module are the daily agendas, equipment requirements, and basic ASA standards. 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