Seminar Schedule for the 2008 Boating Season

Capt. Paul W. Shaw II of Nor'east Gypsy Marine Services will be offering the following seminars and courses:

Date & Time	Seminar Description	Seminar Location	Registration Fee
January 4, 2008 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm	Survey/Prep Your Bottom	Providence, RI	FREE!!
February 8, 2008 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm	E-10 (Ethanol) & Marine Systems	Warwick, RI	FREE!!
April 18, 2008 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm	Corrosion Protection Protect Your Precious Metals!	Boater's Edge Warwick, RI	FREE!!
April 19, 2008 9:00 am - 5:00 pm	Coastal Navigation	East Greenwich, RI	$120 per person
May 2, 2008 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm	Corrosion Protection Protect Your Precious Metals!	West Marine Warwick, RI	FREE!!
May 3, 2008 9:00 am - 5:00 pm	Advanced Coastal Navigation	East Greenwich, RI	$120 per person
May 9, 2008 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm	Docking, Rafting & Anchoring	Boater's Edge Warwick, RI	FREE!!
May 23, 2008 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm	Docking, Rafting & Anchoring	West Marine Warwick, RI	FREE!!

Gift Certificates are available. Seating is limited at all seminars. Call (401) 885-2249 for reservations and more information.
For your convenience, the 2008 Seminar Schedule is available in .pdf format. Please click here to download and print a copy.

Seminar Details

Coastal Navigation

This classroom course will teach you how to properly use a GPS, chart, dividers, parallel rules, and a compass. You'll learn how to plot a dead reckoning course using speed / distance / time calculations and magnetic and true compass headings. Using local charts, a study of navigational aids will be presented along with tips for coastal piloting. You will complete many "hands on" type problems. Let's face it, you just can't have fun on the water if you don't know where you are!! A great confidence builder!

Please note that this class begins promptly at 9:00 AM and will be completed at approximately 5:00 PM. Feel free to bring a lunch or you may run into town for a bite to eat. The following supplies will be needed to complete the course and may be purchased at any marine store:

Dividers
Parallel Rules
Pocket Calculator
Pencil
Eraser (as big as you feel you will need!)

A local chart will be provided as well as a workbook that is yours to keep as a reference upon course completion. For further information, directions, etc., please feel free to contact us at (401) 885-2249.

Corrosion Prevention - Anode & Cathode Relationships
Protect Your Precious Metals!

We all know what a zinc anode looks like, but did you know that your neighbor may be using YOUR ZINCS due to his poor wiring?? Topics discussed will include:

Protecting yourself from stray current corrosion
Prevention / control of galvanic corrosion
Proper use and placement of anodes
Anode / cathode relationships
Various types of cathodic protection
Factors effecting anode corrosion rate
Galvanic isolators

This seminar could save you $thousands$ in unwanted repairs!

E-10 (Ethanol) and Marine Systems

Are YOU ready!!?? This seminar will discuss the new E-10 fuel.Topics covered will include:

Chemical Properties
Phase Separation / Saturation Points
Fuel Systems and Components
Engines
Fuel Tanks
Troubleshooting
Preventative Maintenance
Vessel Lay-Up

Like it or not, E-10 is here. Being aware of its properties and characteristics may give you a better understanding of how to maintain your vessel and have a more enjoyable boating season!

Docking, Anchoring & Rafting

Captain Paul W. Shaw II of "Nor'east Gypsy Marine Services" will be discussing the important aspects of anchoring, docking, and rafting vessels. Emphasis will be on proper line handling, vessel control under adverse conditions, and crew management. The physics of a vessel in motion (both forward and reverse) will be discussed. This semi-formal seminar is open to all questions. Bring your coffee, sit back, and start the boating season with confidence! An informational handout will be provided.

Advanced Coastal Navigation

If you're ready to stretch your sealegs, this is the seminar for you! A comprehensive course which will cover topics including set and drift (current speed & direction, estimated position, calculations, plotting vectors, determination of speed of advance, course to steer, leeway, running fixes, distance off calculations, etc). You'll leave this class with the ability to navigate with confidence under any conditions.

Survey Your Bottom

There's more to your bottom than you think ... Do you really know what to really look for before covering it with expensive anti-fouling paint?? Topics discussed will include osmosis/blisters, keel/hull junctions, "galvanic etching", corrosion, and possible methods of repair. An informal seminar designed to answer many common questions and presented from the marine surveyor's viewpoint. Spring is the time to properly identify and address all necessary repairs before launching! Sit back and ask questions ... BEFORE you paint!