Sail on a Farr 1020 with Chris Waters

Two days traveling to Queenscliff and back, work on passage planning, tides, weather, navigation and piloting!

Weekend Boating Adventure Overview:

Format:

• Three days:
  • One 2-3 hour prep evening.
  • Two consecutive 6-8 hour days.
    • Day 1: Departure at 10am, arrival at 5pm.
    • Day 2: Departure at 10am, return between 4-6pm.

On Shore:

• Accommodation and meals self-funded.
  • Option to invite a partner/friend to meet at destination!
• Evening dining together or alone as preferred.
• Breakfast together before return trip.

Destination:

• Queenscliff, Geelong, or Blairgowrie based on weather.

Detailed Itinerary:

• Theory Session:
  • Weather planning.
  • Tide flow analysis, course plan, pilotage notes.
  • Contingency planning & safety
  • Roles assignment and food prep.
• On Trips:
  • Split into two watches, on / off (watch rotation at lunch)
  • Off watch: Running the boat, lunch prep, navigation, nap at sea.
  • Optional celestial navigation.

Return Trip:

• Planned arrival back home around 5-6pm, in time for celebratory drink!
• Queenscliff visit (if weather permits) may include seeing Port Phillip lights.

Achievements:

• Executed safe, enjoyable trip.
• Learned about tidal flows, socialized, rested.
• Improved skills under professional guidance.

A great story for when someone asks you – “How was your weekend?” ;)