Introduction
Course aims & structure
Domestics and safety issues
Introductions
High latitude overview
The Arctic
The Antarctic & south
Weather
Patterns and systems by area
Forecasting
Sources of information
Weather reports
Ice
Types and formation of ice
Techniques when navigating in ice
Ice in anchorages
Small boat operations
Over wintering
Choice of vessel
Preparation and modification
Equipment
Spares
Tools
Self sufficiency
Planning the journey
Communications
Food
Water
Fuel
Preparing the crew
Transport logistics
Regulations & permitting
The environment
Anchoring
Choice of site
Equipment
Techniques
Lines ashore
Ice in anchorages
Watches and alarms
Heavy Weather
What it is and what it’s like to be in it
How to avoid it
Survival techniques
Safety & emergencies
Sources of assistance
Safety equipment
First aid
Medical evacuation
Small boat operations
Jury rigging exercise & safety demonstration
Destinations
The Arctic;
The Antarctic & south;
Questions and closing session
