Understanding Marine Systems: A complete overview by Michael Beemer

Most modern cruising vessels have many systems aboard that we enjoy, but they require inspection, care, and maintenance. Spend a day with ABYC Master Technician and Skagit Valley Colleges systems instructor Michael Beemer. Register via EventBrite

$129

Cruising the Inside Passage to Alaska – a 2-day seminar

Marine Technology Center 1606 R Avenue, Anacortes, WA, United States

Cruising the Inside Passage to Alaska Seminar Instructors: Mark Bunzel, Mike Beemer, Lynette Brower, Leonard and Lorena Landon This two-day seminar covers all the information you need to cruise to Southeast Alaska, including exploring Northern British Columbia, Haida Gwaii, and the West Coast of Vancouver Island. Topics include routes to and from Southeast Alaska, customs […]

$225 – $395

Medical for the Pacific Northwest Cruiser with Marykay Pasnick

Marine Technology Center 1606 R Avenue, Anacortes, WA, United States

Last year one of the most requested courses at Cruisers College was medical at sea. Medical concerns are always a topic of interest to Pacific Northwest cruisers because we like remote cruising, racing, hiking, and adventures on our vessels. There are always risks when cruising, but being prepared and knowing what to do in an […]

$55

Cruise to Desolation Sound and the Broughtons Seminar

Marine Technology Center 1606 R Avenue, Anacortes, WA, United States

Spend a day learning about some of the most magical and easily accessible cruising in our area! Longtime experts will teach you about clearing Canadian Customs, navigating through the Gulf Islands, selecting a weather window to cross the Strait of Georgia, where to go in Desolation Sound, how to anchor and stern tie, provision, and […]

$150 – $250

DIY Electrical: Learn to troubleshoot & wire like a pro by Michael Beemer

Marine Technology Center 1606 R Avenue, Anacortes, WA, United States

Michael Beemer, a Skagit Valley College Marine Technology Instructor will take you through the ins and outs of your vessel’s electrical systems. This hands on course will teach you how to use your multimeter for trouble-shooting, understand marine wiring, and how to “Keep Your Electrical System Alive”. Every boat owner should understand their electrical systems..... […]

$55.00

D.I.Y Diesel Engine Maintenance and Troubleshooting with Matt Mardesich

Marine Technology Center 1606 R Avenue, Anacortes, WA, United States

Cruisers College will offer an all day course about your diesel propulsion engine. Having your Diesel engine fail while underway can ruin your day. Worse, it could put you and your crew in a dangerous position. In general, marine diesel engines are incredibly reliable..... Register Via EventBrite

$149.00

New Boaters Course

Marine Technology Center 1606 R Avenue, Anacortes, WA, United States

Boat sales have been crazy the past 18 months and we know there are plenty of new boaters in our area. The instructors at Cruisers College have many years of experience cruising and want to share it with you! We've put together a new, all-day course that should answer many of your questions, gain you […]

$149.00

Understanding Weather – Making the Go or No-Go Decision with Mark Bunzel

Marine Technology Center 1606 R Avenue, Anacortes, WA, United States

Changing weather is one of the things most boaters and their crews fear most. Usually it is not deadly, but it can be downright scary when a pleasant day of boating turns ugly. Knowing the basics can help you interpret the weather and make a good go or no-go decision. This course will take you […]

$55.00

Radar for Navigation and Collision Avoidance by Mark Bunzel

Marine Technology Center 1606 R Avenue, Anacortes, WA, United States

Radar is one of the most versatile systems of all of the marine electronics on your boat. Most boat owners only know how to use about 10% of the capabilities of their marine radar. The manuals that come with a radar system tell you what the buttons do, but not how to confidently use radar […]

$55.00