2013 South West International Boat Show
Free Seminar Schedule



Time & Location Speaker Details
3/21/2013
Thursday
12:30 PM
Steuben Room		 Lee Chesneau

The Weather Briefing: Self Reliant Weather Interpretation Skills

This seminar:Introduces some surface weather maps and what the anticipated weather forecasts are for several geographical areas from east and the west coasts and other areas of the country; Discusses human intelligence products as generated by the National Weather Service (NWS): Reviews tropical cyclone avoidance techniques using the 1-2-3 Rule; Provides an overview of what mariners self reliance; and Makes recommends for weather chart collection and display for logical forecast processing, interpretation, and decision making. This seminar is for everyone who enjoys day sailing, and coastal or offshore cruising.
3/21/2013
Thursday
12:30 PM
Waterford Room		 Liza Copeland

Getting started − Is Cruising for You?

A fun seminar aimed at enticing all aboard. Along with discussing boating basics - including boat handling, sailing skills, navigation, docking & anchoring, dinghy management and setting up the boat for physical ability, safety and comfort for all concerned - common differences in expectations between couples will be addressed and some suggestions for solving them.
3/21/2013
Thursday
1:45 PM
Waterford Room		 Jeremy Hood

Diesel Engine Maintenance

Fault finding and problem solving when your inboard diesel fails at sea.
3/21/2013
Thursday
1:45 PM
Steuben Room		 Steven Bowden

Communications for Cruisers

This seminar covers the "patchwork quilt" concept of using different digital communication technologies to keep in touch.The focus will be on the options available (including new products) and the way that cruisers actually use the different technologies:Wi-Fi at the dock, broadband cellular underway, HF SSB radio, satellite phones and satellite broadband when offshore.We will address how to adapt these technologies to a cruiser’s needs and budget as well how you can move your business aboard.
3/21/2013
Thursday
3:00 PM
Waterford Room		 Bill O’Malley or Terry Flynn

Sail Trim for Control − The Cruising Sailor

Learn how to trim your sails for comfort and performance while cruising.  We will discuss mainsail trim, headsail trim, use of the vang, rig tuning and backstay and downwind sailing techniques to make your sailing more enjoyable, comfortable and safe.
3/21/2013
Thursday
3:00 PM
Steuben Room		 Matt Fries

An Introduction to Sailing with Instruments

The seminar will address the basics of marine electronics use and calibration on sailing vessels.
It will also address the unique challenges and offer practical solutions for sailing specific use.
3/21/2013
Thursday
4:15 PM
Steuben Room		 Evan Macaluso

Fractional Yachting Ownership

So you found the boat of your dreams.. Why aren’t you out sailing? What if you could buy that great new sailboat you have always wanted at a 75% discount and have someone else pay the insurance, slip fees and all the maintenence costs? What if I told you you would never have to clean or maintain the boat as well? By placing your new or nearly new luxury sailboat in a Fractional Yachting Club, you can get the most enjoyment out of boat ownership without all of the hassles and a large amount of the costs.So maybe your not ready for the commitment of yacht ownership but would still like to pursue sailing... For about the same cost of chartering a boat for a day you could have a membership on a yacht that includes traningand allows you to use the boat as much as you like and still not have to deal with all of the other hassels of boat ownership...This presentation will show you how.
3/21/2013
Thursday
4:15 PM
Waterford Room		 Dave McCollough

2013 America’s Cup 72ft Cats and 2016 Olympic Racing Cats! What’s Happening!!

Morrelli Melvin is part of the Emirates Team New Zealand design team. Dave McCollugh will present an update on the latest developments of the 72ft catamarans, Wing sails, hydro foiling beasts.  at least the ones he can talk about!

MM also designed the Nacra 17 that was recently selected for the 2016 Rio Olympics. Dave will present the boat, and an update on US teams competing for the right to represent the USA in the next Summer Games!

3/21/2013
Thursday
5:30 PM
Steuben Room		 Kevin Wilson

Rigging 101
3/21/2013
Thursday
5:30 PM
Waterford Room		 Liza Copeland

Mediterranean Magic

The Mediterranean is another favourite area that Liza has spent five years cruising full-time and continues to visit frequently. Through stunning visuals the seminar shows the diversity of the area. Cruising details such as physical features and scope of the Mediterranean Sea, weather patterns and forecasting, and routes to get there are addresses along with specific country information such aspiloting, officialdom and cruising fees, harbours, moorage and anchorage, boating facilities afloat and ashore, boat repair and equipment, facilities and sightseeing ashore and cultural information and tips. Insurance requirements, communications resources and differences, power and fuel options, security, cruising nets and leaving the boat long term – you will definitely want to stay longer! - will also be discussed.
3/22/2013
Friday
12:30 PM
Steuben Room		 Patrik Swanljung

Solar Power on Boats: Facts, Myths and Hype

Photovoltaic panels have been fitted on pleasure boats for quite some time. Yet there is still a lot ofconfusion regarding what realistically can be expected from them. We will look at panel types, their respective merits and shortcomings, as well as the effect of weather, light conditions, temperature and shadowing. Fresh results from a controlled study comparing solar charge controller technologies will also be presented.
3/22/2013
Friday
12:30 PM
Waterford Room		 Vince Morvillo

The Trailer Sailing Advantage

Exploring family fun and adventure through the affordable sailing approach. Learn the affordability, ease and fun of this sailing approach.

Vince Morvillo is the owner of Sealake Yacht Sales, a 32 year old dealership. He is a National and world sailing champion, and, oh yes, He is blind. He demonstrates that sailing is for everyone and is affordable.

3/22/2013
Friday
1:45 PM
Steuben Room		 Kevin Wilson

Rigging 101
3/22/2013
Friday
1:45 PM
Steuben Room		 Matt Fries

An Introduction to Sailing with Instruments

The seminar will address the basics of marine electronics use and calibration on sailing vessels.
It will also address the unique challenges and offer practical solutions for sailing specific use.
3/22/2013
Friday
3:00 PM
Steuben Room		 Bill O’Malley or Terry Flynn

Planning your Cruising Sail Inventory

This presentation is aimed at the sailor looking to upgrade their sail inventory whether for local inshore sailing, coastal cruising or a long distance "blue-water" cruise.  We examine the differences in rigs and sail plans and discuss the best options available
3/22/2013
Friday
3:00 PM
Waterford Room		 Dave McCollough

Catamaran Cruising

Catamaran Cruising…. Is there one in your future! Comparing important features to see which one is right for you. Seminar will cover the basics design considerations: length, beam, underwing height, sail area,safety, payload, galley up vs down, accommodations and steering options.Choices between production versus custom will be discussed.
3/22/2013
Friday
4:15 PM
Steuben Room		 Jeremy Hood

Safety Equipment

How to stay safe when sailing short-handed with just one or two crew.
3/22/2013
Friday
4:15 PM
Waterford Room		 Liza Copeland

The Caribbean Circuit

Virgins, Windward and Leeward Islands and Western Caribbean, including Cuba, along with where to leave the boat during hurricane season. Suggestions on boats, equipment, weather forecasting, security and communications will also be included. Liza met her husband Andy in the Caribbean, they were married aboard the classic yacht Ticonderoga and have spent many years there running charter boats, leading charters and extensively cruising on their own boat both on and away from the typical cruising routes.
3/22/2013
Friday
5:30 PM
Waterford Room		 Bill O’Malley or Terry Flynn

Safe Sailing at Sea

This presentation discusses the right sails for the job; mainsail, genoas, jibs, spinnakers, staysails and storm sails. What are the best practices and configurations for your sail plan when sailing offshore.  We will discuss mainsail and headsail reefing
3/22/2013
Friday
5:30 PM
Steuben Room		 Lee Chesneau

Toward Maine Weather Self Reliance: Interpreting Your Marine Weather Skills

There will be a very important discussion of the marine advisory and warning system used by the National Weather Service (NWS) marine program. These include Small Craft Advisories (SCA), Gale, Storm, and Hurricane Force Warnings. It is also critically necessary for a mariners’ safety concern to recognize the over-lapping coastal, offshore, and high seas zones from the Gulf Coast states (the Texas coast 1.e, Galveston Bay to Corpus Christi), the inland waters of the Pacific Northwest (i.e, the Puget Sound and Juan De Fuca Straits), including coverage along the WA and OR coasts to the Great Lakes, and to the east coast such as the Chesapeake Bay then offshore to Bermuda and the Canadian Maritimes.Attendees will then be introduced to some surface marine weather maps.Also, there will be an overview of local weather events, such as the "Dry Lines that affects Texas boaters (i.e, severe thunderstorms).Finally, there will a quick overview of what mariners need to do toward becoming self reliant; navigating via Lee Chenseau’s Marine Weather Homepage (http://www.marineweatherbylee.com.
3/23/2013
Saturday
10:30 AM
Hunt Room		 Jeremy Hood

Navigation

Critical navigation knowledge you need that your electronics do not help with.
3/23/2013
Saturday
10:30 AM
Waterford Room		 Kent Little

How to buy A New or Used Boat

What to look out for in buying a boat and the process to have a smooth transaction.
3/23/2013
Saturday
11:45 AM
Hunt Room		 Liza Copeland

Cruising for Couples

Like her readable text ’Cruising for Cowards’, this talk is a realistic A-Z of cruising for beginners to circumnavigators, that has a knowledge base from Liza’s long association with other experienced cruisers worldwide. The seminar will have a particular emphasis on the dynamics of couples, the skills required, setting up a more user-friendly, less labour-intensive boat, the communications available, cultural tips and travel inland -information that is beneficial for all cruisers (particularly those cruising into retirement) and the crunch of cruising - living with your partner/crew 24 hours a day - all sweet harmony - yeah right!
3/23/2013
Saturday
11:45 AM
Waterford Room		 Lou Stalhberg

A Marine Surveyor’s Role In the Vessel Pre-Purchase

Louis Stahlberg is a retired USCG Chief Warrant Officer, and presently the owner of LHS Marine Services, a local marine surveying company.
His open discussion & presentation will cover the marine surveyor’s role in your ultimate decision to purchase the best boat for your needs.
3/23/2013
Saturday
1:00 PM
Hunt Room		 Bill O’Malley or Terry Flynn

Sail Trim for Control − The Cruising Sailor

Learn how to trim your sails for comfort and performance while cruising.  We will discuss mainsail trim, headsail trim, use of the vang, rig tuning and backstay and downwind sailing techniques to make your sailing more enjoyable, comfortable and safe.
3/23/2013
Saturday
1:00 PM
Waterford Room		 John Wooldridge

The Great Loop

In June of 2012, John joined the Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 called "The Greatest Loop" at Hoppie’s Marina just below St. Louis and spent the next nine days traveling the interior of our vast nation, covering 905 miles of inland rivers, transiting 14 locks and dams, eventually arriving in Mobile, Alabama. Along the way, John saw parts of this country few ever see, experienced its amazing beauty, and began to understand the lure that draws boaters to cruise the Great Loop and circumnavigate the eastern half of the United States.
3/23/2013
Saturday
2:15 PM
Waterford Room		 Liza Copeland

The Cruising Countdown − Preparations for Coastal and Offshore

Choosing the right boat and equipment for the voyage planned within budget limitations will be discussed including size, design and outfitting (re-fitting) for blue water; rigs and sails; anchors, rodes and anchoring techniques; dinghies and life rafts; electrical systems and power management; engines and fuels including weather and routing considerations, charts & guide books; accessing weather and communication options; cruising costs and money management; insurance, boat and medical insurance; safety equipment, strategies to practise and overnight passages; comfort on deck and below; provisioning and stowage, spares and tools; pets and kids and finally leaving the dock…
3/23/2013
Saturday
2:15 PM
Hunt Room		 Dave McCollough

2013 America’s Cup 72ft Cats and 2016 Olympic Racing Cats! What’s Happening!!

Morrelli Melvin is part of the Emirates Team New Zealand design team. Dave McCollugh will present an update on the latest developments of the 72ft catamarans, Wing sails, hydro foiling beasts...  at least the ones he can talk about!

MM also designed the Nacra 17 that was recently selected for the 2016 Rio Olympics. Dave will present the boat, and an update on US teams competing for the right to represent the USA in the next Summer Games!
3/23/2013
Saturday
3:30 PM
Hunt Room		 Evan Macaluso

Houston Sailing Destinations

So you have this new boat.. Where should you take it? Whether you are looking for a quick evening outing or a weekend long adventure, discover some of the great boating destinations in and around the Galveston Bay area. From Doubble Bayou to Port Aransas and all points in between.
3/23/2013
Saturday
3:30 PM
Waterford Room		 Zack Smith

Para-Anchors & Storm Drogues

Did you know that if you pay out too much anchor rode or place a bridle in the wrong position your boat can buck wildly out of control with enough force to destroy equipment? Zack Smith, drag device inventor and research pioneer in the study of drag device behavior, lets you in on the big secret of "Constant Rode Tension." Smith shares over 15 years of research, including his original formulas for keeping rode taut through specific rode adjustment, weight placement next to the para-anchor or drogue, shorter bridles with less stretch and Fiorentino’s unique "free flying sail" set-up.
3/23/2013
Saturday
4:45 PM
Waterford Room		 Lee Chesneau

The Weather Briefing: Self Reliant Weather Interpretation Skills

This seminar:Introduces some surface weather maps and what the anticipated weather forecasts are for several geographical areas from east and the west coasts and other areas of the country; Discusses human intelligence products as generated by the National Weather Service (NWS): Reviews tropical cyclone avoidance techniques using the 1-2-3 Rule; Provides an overview of what mariners self reliance; and Makes recommends for weather chart collection and display for logical forecast processing, interpretation, and decision making. This seminar is for everyone who enjoys day sailing, and coastal or offshore cruising.
3/23/2013
Saturday
4:45 PM
Hunt Room		 Bob Bitchin

How to keep a Starboard Attitude While Cruising

Take a close look at the realities of cruising before you set off. Presented by Bob Bitchin of Cruising Outpost Magazine.
3/24/2013
Sunday
10:30 AM
Steuben Room		 George Mitchell

Make The Most of your Fishing Day

Learn from a traveling tournament angler what it takes to catch trophy fish. Capt. George will talk you through how to use the internet as a tool to plan your day on the water, everything from When, Where, and how, as well as a coupla secrets. One look at Capt George›s 36’ Yellowfin says it all. this is one fish catchin team!
3/24/2013
Sunday
10:30 AM
Waterford Room		 Liza Copeland

Cruising the Pacific Northwest

The Pacific Northwest is one of the most stunning cruising destinations in the world and also Liza’s home. In this seminar she will bring to life cruising the San Juan Islands through Canada (including the west coast of Vancouver Island) to Alaska with spectacular images of the region and its wildlife. The seminar will include an overview of the region - harbours, moorage and anchorages, boating facilities and resources, weather, piloting, facilities ashore, border officialdom, communication resources and chartering.
3/24/2013
Sunday
11:45 AM
Waterford Room		 Dave McCollough

Catamaran Cruising

Catamaran Cruising.. Is there one in your future! Comparing important features to see which one is right for you.. Seminar will cover the basics design considerations: length, beam, underwing height, sail area,safety, payload, galley up vs down, accommodations and steering options.Choices between production versus custom will be discussed.
3/24/2013
Sunday
11:45 AM
Steuben Room		 Liza Copeland

Voyaging Realities, Arrival Procedures and Travels Tips Ashore

This is reality of cruising offshore. Routing and weather, storm avoidance, sails and storm strategies, on board safety rules, watch-keeping routines, chafe, radio nets, cooking, cleaning, fishing, seasickness and other common medical issues, guests and crew. Arrival routines, officialdom differences and document requirements. Local knowledge − culture, language, food, finances, communications and inland travel. Dangers, security and leaving the boat. The secrets of being a successful cruiser.
3/24/2013
Sunday
1:00 PM
Waterford Room		 Bill O’Malley or Terry Flynn

Safe Sailing at Sea

This presentation discusses the right sails for the job; mainsail, genoas, jibs, spinnakers, staysails and storm sails. What are the best practices and configurations for your sail plan when sailing offshore.  We will discuss mainsail and headsail reefing
3/24/2013
Sunday
1:00 PM
Steuben Room		 John Wooldridge

The Great Loop

In June of 2012, John joined the Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 called "The Greatest Loop" at Hoppie’s Marina just below St. Louis and spent the next nine days traveling the interior of our vast nation, covering 905 miles of inland rivers, transiting 14 locks and dams, eventually arriving in Mobile, Alabama. Along the way, John saw parts of this country few ever see, experienced its amazing beauty, and began to understand the lure that draws boaters to cruise the Great Loop and circumnavigate the eastern half of the United States.
3/24/2013
Sunday
2:15 PM
Waterford Room		 Evan Macaluso

Houston Sailing Destinations

So you have this boat.. Where should you take it? Whether you are looking for a quick evening outing or a weekend long adventure, discover some of the great boating destinations in and around the Galveston Bay area. From Doubble Bayou to Port Aransas and all points in between.
3/24/2013
Sunday
2:15 PM
Steuben Room		 Steven Bowden

Communications for Cruisers

This seminar covers the "patchwork quilt" concept of using different digital communication technologies to keep in touch.The focus will be on the options available (including new products) and the way that cruisers actually use the different technologies:Wi-Fi at the dock, broadband cellular underway, HF SSB radio, satellite phones and satellite broadband when offshore.We will address how to adapt these technologies to a cruiser’s needs and budget as well how you can move your business aboard.
3/24/2013
Sunday
3:30 PM
Steuben Room		 Todd Berman

Blended Propulsion: Reduce Fuel Consumption Without Sacrificing Performance
3/24/2013
Sunday
3:30 PM
Waterford Room		 Jeremy Hood

Diesel Engine Maintenance

Fault finding and problem solving when your inboard diesel fails at sea.