NavList:

Tom,

You might make the short drive to Mystic Seaport for one of their courses, either easy introductory CN or modern CN, taught by our very own Frank Reed, who coordinates NavList. 

Jackson

Celestial Navigation Classes Start in March   The Treworgy Planetarium offers a variety of classes including coastal and celestial navigation for both adults and youths. These programs serve a wide range of skill levels. Also, NEW in the spring of 2017 (and in addition to our usual weekend offerings), our most popular classes are now offered on weeknights as well! Whatever your knowledge of navigation may be, we’ve got a class for you! Please click the links below for more information and registration. Easy Introductory Celestial Navigation, March 4 - 5 Modern Celestial Navigation, March 18 - 19 Celestial Navigation: 19th-Century Methods, April 1 - 2 New! The Science of Time, April 15 - 16 Easy Introductory Celestial Navigation, May 6 - 7 Lunars: Finding Longitude by Lunar Distances, May 13 - 14 Modern Celestial Navigation, May 16 - 18 New! Traditional Celestial Navigation using HO229, May 27 - 28 New! Advanced Modern Celestial Navigation, June 3 - 4 Easy Introductory Celestial Navigation, June 10 - 11 Celestial Navigation: 19th-Century Methods, 13 - 15 Modern Celestial Navigation, June 17 - 18   Members receive free general admission and discounts on all classes and workshops at Mystic Seaport. Not a member? Join online or by calling 860.572.5339 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekdays

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On Mar 18, 2017, at 6:20 PM, Tom Regan <NoReply_TomRegan@fer3.com> wrote:

Unless I catch "the bug" I am only interested in the marine navigational basics as a backup to electronic equipment in case of failure or I end up in a position similar to Robert Redford...

Bruce, Thanks for the information. I am looking forward to learning the basics.

Noell, Sound advice....the idea is to be able to always find your way home. Thanks.

Bob II, I just finished an interesting short book titled "Southeast of Montauk" by Stuart Heywood. He describes a solo trip to Bermuda in a small sailboat that is struck by lightning and must rely on celestial navigation to find the island. This is what sparked my interest. I live in New London, CT. Wish you were closer. Thanks again.

Stan, Thanks for the information and links....

Best regards, Tom