[USPS Ensign]
[BPS Burgee] Birmingham Power Squadron [BPS Burgee]
2219 on Tuesday, August 19th, 2008

Weather Course Description


The Weather course is designed to teach a student how to make weather observations and predictions for more enjoyable boating.

 

                        

 

Topics include:

  • Awareness of weather phenomena
  • How to read a weather map and the sky
  • How to understand and anticipate weather developments
  • Structure and characteristics of the atmosphere
  • Factors considered in weather forecasting
  • Sources and use of weather reports and forecasts
  • Instrument and visual observations the skipper can make