Basic Radar with Kevin Monahan
by Bluewater Cruising Association 11 Feb 2021 18:09 UTC
6-7 March 2021
Learn to use radar from the guy that literally wrote the book: Kevin Monahan.
Online Zoom
06 Mar 2021 0930-1200h to 07 Mar 2021 0930h-1200h
Members $115 / Non-Members $130
After completion of this seminar, participants will be able to set up their radar for maximum results and interpret the display under a variety of conditions. Participants will learn simple techniques to:
- identify landmasses, other vessels, and transient targets
- use radar effectively for collision avoidance
- understand the new generation of AIS and integrated radar systems which combine chart and radar technology
- manage and understand the issues inherent in modern integrated navigation systems; and
- recognize and compensate for rain and sea clutter, interference, and side-lobe echoes
About the Instructor
Kevin Monahan is an experienced captain, retired Canadian Coast Guard officer, and author of "The Radar Book: Effective Navigation and Collision Avoidance."
Course Materials
Registration includes The Radar Book: Effective Navigation and Collision Avoidance.
More information and register here.
This article has been provided by the courtesy of Bluewater Cruising Association.