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?” ;)
