HCSP Basic Cruising Instructor Clinic

I spent 2 weekends early in April taking part in a Basic Cruising Instructor Clinic. It consisted on Classroom, Dockside and on the Water Lessons, focusing on preparation, delivery and teaching techniques.

There were a number of exams to complete and obtain a high score in order to display better than average knowledge of the subject matter for Basic Cruising, PCOC, Collision Regulations and Intermediate Level Cruising.

Rigging the Boat for a Cold Day on the Water

The big challenge was the Single Handed Sailing Test - at times too windy and at times not enough wind. Managed to get it done successfully. What was perceived to be a tough thing to manage became a lot of fun and entirely doable.

Actual Winds on the Day of the Single Handed Sailing Test - Cancelled  After 2 Brave Starters Couldn't Complete