Learn how some understanding of modern weather forecasting methods can help you get the most out of your sailing and stay safe. Andrew’s talk will cover sources of weather information useful for offshore sailors to help you achieve this. He will include examples of ‘official’ forecasts as well as the wide range of commercial sources now available. The talk will conclude with a weather routing exercise for a Channel crossing from Poole.
Andrew Eccleston is a Chartered Meteorologist and a keen sailor who has been a regular speaker at the Cruising Association for several years as well as providing weather briefings for various events, including the recent Tall Ships race from Falmouth to Coruna.
Date and Time: Tuesday 17 October 2023. Bar opens at 1900, presentation commences 1930.
Venue: Lilliput Sailing Club, 200a Sandbanks Road, Poole, Dorset BH14 8HA.
Open to: All CA Members, prospective CA members.
Booking: No need to book.
Cost: Free to CA members, non-members £3 on the door.