OBJECTIVES: (Basic Cruising) On the water skills include preparation for sailing, manouvering under power, and handling under sail. Ashore topics include knowledge of boat terms and definitions, safety, weather, seamanship as well as the duties of the skipper and crew.

Successful candidates are expected to show the skills needed to safely operate the vessel in daytime in moderate conditions as both skipper and crew. These capabilities will be developed during the on water practical sessions.  Individuals with minimal practical on water experience should first consider completing the Start Keelboat Sailing Standard before attempting this training level.

 The ability to safely operate a vessel as both skipper and crew will be evaluated as part of the practical sessions. Theory and ashore knowledge will be evaluated using a closed book written exam. For certification a 70% mark on this written exam is required.

The complete BASIC CRUISING objectives and description are in the  Sail Canada Basic Cruising Standard. (pdf file)

When successful, you will receive a Sail Canada logbook, valid for proof of competency. 

You will be registered at the Basic Cruising Standard (pdf file) with Ontario Sailing, the provincial partner of Sail Canada.

If you have questions you can contact John Horemans, Basic Cruising instructor, at 437-477-3386 or by email at pcsail2023@gmail.com