Preparing for the long sail

Duration 1 Day Pricing 220 euros

Each departure requires a great deal of preparation with a check list, nothing is forgotten, everything is inspected, but where to start, how to know if nothing has been forgotten? This is the daily life of Yann and Eve and has been for 14 years
their experience will save you time and a lot of trouble

Courses info

Objective

YOUR COMPLETE AUTONOMY:
We will give you all our techniques (a fusion of our experiences between our round-the-world sailing and special army units), tricks, anecdotes, so many assets that will make you gain security, comfort, energy saving, time and money for your long trips

At the end of this course, you will be able to manage your departures with a free mind, without stress

TOPICS

METHODS

This Course will be taught with use of theoretical and practical exercises. The lectures will be conducted on the boat and around a boat

LESSONS

How to manage the administrative departure and future landing (flag, money, photocopies)
Which routes to follow (weather, period, geopolitics)?
Crews?
Animals?
What budget to plan?
What security measures should be taken before departure? (Numbers, sat phone, weather)
How to anticipate the potential problems of a major crossing?
Plan supplies according to the navigation to come
Making appropriate and relevant choices about supplies
Managing perishable goods: tips
Preparing the sailing boat
Anticipate the weaknesses due to a long navigation (fittings, electronics, energy)
Take stock of the medical equipment on board
Have the necessary medical knowledge to manage onboard injuries
Survival kits to prepare
Food, clothing and essential kits for the beginning of the crossing
Organisation of the boat to facilitate life on board (fishing kit, bunks, water)
Set up the rhythm on board (watches, cooking, washing up)

WHERE WE ARE ?

At the bottom of the page, our current location, an opportunity for you to combine training with travel (please contact us for information on accommodation)