Navigation course slated in Milford

MILFORD >> The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary 24-3 is offering the Charts, Navigation and GPS course from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 10.

For advance registration go to http://a0142403.uscgaux.info/. 
The USCG Auxiliary Flotilla 24-3 Training Center is located at 1 Helwig St. which is one block north of Milford Boat Works.   
Walk-ins are welcome on day of the class.

The course ties together electronic navigation and the method of plotting a course on a paper chart. Instructions on basic satellite navigation (GPS) and its functions are presented as well as pros and cons of relying on electronic navigation devices. 

Students will be instructed how to interpret and use information printed on charts as well as chart a course using that information and navigation tools. 

Cost of the course is $60.

 For additional information about Coast Guard Auxiliary courses, call 860-663-5505, or email skperrone@hotmail.com or visit http://a0142403.uscgaux.info/.

This is taken from a press release.