West Coast Weather Seminar
$75 (GST Included)
Learn about how the weather works in the Salish Sea area in this seminar developed by Robin Lines, a retired meteorologist.
Course Dates: Nov 12, 19 & 26, 2025.
What is Covered?
CanBoat Nanaimo's West Coast Weather Seminar provides boaters with a basic background in meteorology tailored to BC's south coast. It begins with a review of basic weather theory, then moves to specific regional weather information.
This seminar was developed by retired Environment Canada weather specialist, Robin Lines and is based on Environment Canada's Marine Weather Hazards Manual.
This 3 part seminar will be presented by Roger Gibb & Lyle Wetsch of CanBoat Nanaimo.
How is the Course Delivered?
The upcoming course will be delivered once per week over 3 weeks virtually via Zoom.
PART 1:
- A review of wind, waves, poor visibility, lightening and hail.
PART 2:
- Causes of local effects that are common to our boating region.
PART 3:
- Pinpoints exactly where and when these problematic local effects occur.
When is the Next Course?
WEDNESDAYS 7:00 - 9:00 pm PACIFIC via ZOOM
- November 12, 2025
- November 19, 2025
- November 26, 2025
REGISTER ONLINE FOR THIS SEMINAR
Register online and pay via e-Transfer or deliver a cheque for payment.
Course Cost $75 GST Included
NOTE: Due to the postal strike, DO NOT MAIL CHEQUES.
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