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| A Typical Day & Weekly Routes | |
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Before we head out there is time to practise close quarters boat handling under power –developing the Day Skipper’s confidence when manoeuvring in a crowded harbour. |
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Meanwhile the Competent Crew are practising their knots and handling mooring lines as we try coming alongside or pick up a mooring buoy . We then leave the harbour , hoisting the mainsail as yesterday but with a little more skill this time . The crew are becoming more familiar with the routine and the instructor notes that they can , wihtout realising it immediately , work as a team now and its very rewarding to watch.
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With the engine off and full sails up and pulling , its time to learn more about sail position and points of sail . With tips from the instructor , the crew now enjoy getting the extra boat speed if they trim them correctly . While they sail and steer the boat , the Skipper is practises fixing his position and alters his passage plan according to the wind direction and sea . He finds his lunchtime bay and organises the crew on deck to drop the anchor – this time we try it under sail only which is a little nerve wracking the first time , but he gets well deserved applause from all the crew when its over ..! |
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Time to swim , sunbathe and relax , and whoever gets dry first starts putting together a buffet style lunch perhaps with salad or pasta , or whatever they feel. During the lunch we can chat informally about what we did and the instructor is careful to judge their confidence for the next step , or other topics that need another go . At any time of the day there is always time for questions . During the afternoon perhaps another Day Skipper candidate will take us to the next island harbour . The sea breeze has freshened , so the crew must reef the sails as we leave the bay – then takes turn at the helm for the daily “best speed” contest !
The Day Skipper , again with the instructor close at hand , takes us stern to the dock and although this is only his second attempt it goes well and he and all the crew are congratulated with a well – earned sundowner in the cockpit . Perhaps a last swim and shower , then we will find a cafe or restaurant to meet in later . |
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We may eat together but there is no rule here , its your holiday and time off so we want you to do as you please . As an option we can anchor once overnight in a quiet bay – chilling out under the stars after a home cooked meal onboard . |
Weekly Routes
PLEASE VIEW THE INTERACTIVE MAP ON THE CONTACT US PAGE. At SSC ‘s two bases , in two separate areas , there is never a set route or itinerary . A lot depends on the mix of courses on board , the current wind and weather state and time of year. The general rule is for each crew to visit a different island harbour every day , with a stop for lunch and swim along the way. Each instructor will endeavour as far as possible , to make a circular route possible so that you do not repeat the route during the week . |
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There may be a chance to visit one of the Croatian National Parks in good weather , but we do not promise this. If there are beginners on board we will tend to stay in inshore sheltered water at first to help them gain their ‘ sea- legs’ quickly and then venture further out - island into coastal waters The priority is ALWAYS your safety and comfort and training in a relaxed and friendly manner at all times.
Now that you know a little more about what your time is like with SSC why dont you check out our courses section or just go ahead and make a booking.
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“ ... Thank you for a most enjoyable week . For me it was a necessary course so that I might secure a good position on the Marine Section at .....Docks . For Maria it was a confidence boosting week and she was very pleased to get her Competent Crew certificate . ....it was a very well planned week , and your excellent tuition led me through what I see now as complex learning week . Many thanks!..” - Chris and Maria Osborne
"...Mate, Just wanted to say thanks a ton for a really great week. I enjoyed it hugely. Easily the most fun I had out of the 3 weeks in Croatia, and I really got something out of it. Hope you enjoyed the cricket! All the best from boring deskville, Dave..."" David Ireland - Comp crew and UK Cricket club team member playing Split Cricket club ( they lost !!!) | |
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| A Typical Day |
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• About 6 to 7 hours sailing daily , and a 1 to 2 hour lunchbreak
• Each evening ashore in a different port
• Optional quiet anchorage on one night
• All Crew will share the daily chores on board
• Time in early mornings and evenings to yourself
• No set itinerary , allowing more flexibility | |
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