When you're out there, you are on your own, trusting that you are prepared for the elements. In this introduction toward marine weather self-reliance two day seminar, begin the process to learn to be your own weather forecaster, how to interpret surface marine weather charts, where & how to get the essential information that will keep you safe and your vessel out of harm's way. Don't miss this unique opportunity to join Lee Chesneau, University of Wisconsin (Madison) graduate & renowned marine meteorologist sharing his knowledge & expertise with you!

Over twenty-five top boating experts will gather with two hundred sail and power boaters in Port Townsend for the third annual Spring Boating Symposium. We're excited to welcome Matt Rutherford, just back last Spring from the first solo non-stop journey around the Americas!  Come hear his exciting stories!  In addition, the Symposium will feature:

• Two-time circumnavigator and award-winning author Beth Leonard presenting on heavy weather preparation & tactics.
• Radar & navigation classes on state-of-the art simulator with author of the definitive book on radar, Kevin Monahan.
• Storm Sailing, Reefing & Rigging with world renowned experts Carol Hasse, Lisa Vizzini, and Brion Toss.
• Preparing for offshore cruising with five circumnavigators: Matt, Beth, Wendy Hinman, Liza Copeland, and Neil Sirman.
• Long-range cruising boats, including three that have circumnavigated, available for touring. Owners will be onboard.

Brion Toss of Brion Toss Rigging in Pt Townsend presents Tuning the Rig…How and Why. Brion will also give us a preview of his presentation “Down Rig of the 1878 Falls of Clyde”. Falls of Clyde is berthed in Honolulu and is the last surviving iron-hulled, four masted full rigged ship. It is quite a story and a great slide show. Check out his website www.briontoss.com Don’t miss this very interesting and informative presentation.