March 2015
Sea Survival Skills
Commercial fishermen and charter boat operations will learn about emergency procedures and develop appropriate emergency drills for your own vessel.
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Learn First Aid at Sea
WSG class on patient assessment, hypothermia, cold water, near-drowning, shock, trauma, burns, fractures, choking, immobilization, First Aid kits, and more.
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Marine Corrosion Protection Workshop
Washington Sea Grant and the Gig Harbor Boat Shop are co-sponsoring a Marine Corrosion Protection Workshop: a hands-on class for marine professionals and other boat owners, commercial and recreational. Topics include Galvanic corrosion of aluminum, steel, and bronze; crevice corrosion of stainless steel; poultice corrosion of aluminum; corrosion–potential testing; potential monitoring systems for aluminum and bronze; advantages and disadvantages of various anodes; analysis of wood damage from excessive zinc; controlled potential systems for wooden boats. To register or for more…
Find out more »February 2016
Marine Weather Workshop
Washington Sea Grant and the Gig Harbor Boat Shop are cosponsoring a marine weather workshop. This course will prepare boaters for safety on Northwest waters, whichever way the wind may blow. Topics covered will include the relationships of atmospheric pressure and wind, how to determine the path and speed of squalls, how to avoid strong wind systems, the key features of low-pressure systems, how 500mb wind patterns can help you find “weather windows” for safe passages, how pressure gradients affect wind in…
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First Aid at Sea in Gig Harbor
Washington Sea Grant and the Gig Harbor Boat Shop at Eddon Boatyard are co-sponsoring a U.S. Coast Guard-approved First Aid at Sea Workshop. Topics covered include patient assessment, CPR, hypothermia, immobilization, near drowning, shock and trauma, burns, fractures, and choking. Fee: $100 ($50 for active commercial fishermen). Pre-registration is required. To register or for more information, please contact Sarah Fisken, 206.543.1225, or sfisken@uw.edu.
Find out more »May 2017
Marine Engine Maintenance Workshop (Gig Harbor)
Washington Sea Grant and the Gig Harbor Boat Shop are co-sponsoring a Diesel Engine Troubleshooting & Maintenance Workshop for commercial fishermen and recreational boaters in Gig Harbor, on May 24. This course covers troubleshooting and maintenance of fuel, lubrication, electrical, cooling, and exhaust systems in marine diesel engines.
Find out more »March 2018
Marine Weather Workshop
Learn how to read the weather before you go. Washington Sea Grant and the Gig Harbor Boat Shop are cosponsoring a Marine Weather Workshop in Gig Harbor. Topics to be covered include: The relationships of atmospheric pressure and wind Determining the path and speed of squalls The strong wind systems found in the Northwest and how to avoid them The key features of low pressure systems How 500mb wind patterns can help you find “weather windows” for safe passages…
Find out more »December 2018
Coast Guard-Approved First Aid at Sea Workshop in Gig Harbor
Effectively treat hypothermia, near drowning and other incidents while on the water Washington Sea Grant and the Gig Harbor BoatShop at Eddon Boatyard are cosponsoring a Coast Guard-Approved First Aid at Sea workshop on December 3. Topics covered include: CPR Patient assessment Hypothermia and cold water response Near drowning Shock and trauma Burns and fractures Choking and patient immobilization First Aid kits. When: Monday, December 3, 2018 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Where: Gig Harbor BoatShop at Eddon Boatyard 3805…
Find out more »January 2019
Diesel Engine Troubleshooting Maintenance Workshop in Gig Harbor
Learn techniques to prevent common problems! Washington Sea Grant and the Gig Harbor Boat Shop are co-sponsoring a Diesel Engine Troubleshooting & Maintenance Workshop for commercial fishermen and recreational boaters in Gig Harbor, on Tuesday, December 18. This course covers troubleshooting and maintenance of fuel, lubrication, electrical, cooling, and exhaust systems in marine diesel engines. WHEN: Tuesday, January 15, 2019 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. WHERE: Gig Harbor Boat Shop at Eddon Boat Yard 3805 Harborview Drive Gig Harbor, WA…
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Sea Safety and Survival Workshop in Gig Harbor
Learn emergency drills for commercial fishing vessels Washington Sea Grant and the Gig Harbor BoatShop at Eddon Boatyard are cosponsoring a Sea Safety and Survival (Drill Instructor) course for commercial fishermen and charter boat operators. This Coast Guard-approved course meets the training requirements of the Commercial Fishing Safety Act to conduct drills. Coursework combines lecture and hands-on experience with the safety and survival equipment required for commercial fishing vessels. Participants will learn about emergency procedures and will be trained to…
Find out more »May 2021
Coast Guard-Approved First Aid at Sea Workshop in Gig Harbor
Learn to effectively treat hypothermia, near drowning and other incidents while on the water. Washington Sea Grant and the Gig Harbor BoatShop at Eddon Boatyard are cosponsoring a Coast Guard-Approved First Aid at Sea workshop. Topics covered include: CPR Patient assessment Hypothermia and cold water response Near drowning Shock and trauma Burns and fractures Choking and patient immobilization First Aid kits. When: Friday, May 7, 2021 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Gig Harbor BoatShop at Eddon Boatyard 3805 Harborview…
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Crew School
"Crew School" is designed to provide fundamental commercial fishing crew member training; in the classroom, aboard commercial fishing vessels and in the historic Ancich Netshed on Gig Harbor’s waterfront. Two Washington Sea Grant U.S. Coast Guard approved safety-training courses are included: Sea Safety and Survival (Drill Instructor) and First Aid at Sea. Experienced commercial fishing captains and crew will lead the hands-on program. The six day program, four days led by long time purse seine captain Gregg Lovrovich and two…
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New Date: Marine Weather Workshop in Gig Harbor
Learn to read the weather before you head out on the water. Washington Sea Grant and the Gig Harbor BoatShop are co-sponsoring a Marine Weather Workshop in Gig Harbor. Topics to be covered include: Atmospheric Pressure and Wind Coastal Winds Daily Briefing Fog Getting Current Weather Global Winds Strong Wind Systems Waves Weather Charts Weather Models The class will include a hands-on opportunity to develop an individualized daily weather briefing for paddle, sail and power boats. Students may work individually…
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CANCELED: First Aid at Sea Workshop in Gig Harbor
Learn to effectively treat hypothermia, near drowning and other incidents while on the water. Washington Sea Grant and the Gig Harbor BoatShop at Eddon Boatyard are cosponsoring a Coast Guard-Approved First Aid at Sea workshop. Topics covered include: CPR Patient assessment Hypothermia and cold water response Near drowning Shock and trauma Burns and fractures Choking and patient immobilization First Aid kits. When: Friday, May 19, 2023 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: Gig Harbor BoatShop at Eddon Boatyard 3805 Harborview…
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