This presentation will encompass the general characteristics of Sealand Vacuflush systems. In this seminar, our instructor will advise you to service, troubleshoot and maintain Dometic/SeaLand VacuFlush toilet systems. There will be hands-on demonstrations on how to perform maintenance on various configurations. Additionally, this seminar will underscore the benefits of General ecology water purifiers and how to achieve 100% biologically pure water on board. During the session, our instructor will advise attendees of new products to the market.

Get to know your fellow lady cruisers at this informal roundtable discussion. Bring your questions and stories, and get ready to get acquainted, share ideas, fears, and experiences, and enjoy the social aspects of cruising.

Watch heaving line tosses from the bulkhead and what equipment you need onboard to prepare for emergency situations. A life-sling demonstration is included.

Go aboard an exhibitor boat with Steve D’Antonio as he gives you tips and techniques to troubleshooting in the Engine Room

Basics of anchoring, ground tackle and setting up a cruising boat for safe & effective anchoring. If you feel a little timid about anchoring this discussion about anchors, ground tackle, basic usage and technique will help ease your mind. Anchoring can greatly enhance your cruising experience and is an important safety issue in an emergency.

How do you select the right life raft? Learn about abandonship bags and preparation with life raft inflation on the dock.

Extended coastal and offshore cruisers should be familiar with damage control methods, typical failure modes, and the proper tools and repair techniques associated with controlling flooding on a vessel. This hands-on session will familiarize you with those tools and techniques and help you cope with an at-sea flooding event. You’ll also learn about the essential elements of a Damage Control Kit and come away with a basic understanding of how to use the equipment in a typical DC Kit.

Do you know which knot is appropriate for every situation when you are boating? Captain Chris will teach you this lost skill of knot tying in a hands-on seminar. Which knots are best for long term dockage or just tying up to the fuel dock on a sunny day. Clove hitch, two half hitches, cleat knot, sheepshank and bowline are some of the more common knots we’ll cover. No experience is necessary to attend and it's also a good refresher for salty dogs who have gotten a bit rusty.