Boating Insights

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Boating Insights episodes

November 12, 2023 Celebrating Being Afloat
This episode celebrates the simple joy of being out on the water. Sometimes, amidst the hustle and bustle of life, we forget to take a moment to savour the beauty of our surroundings and the sheer pleasure of being afloat. So, this episode is dedicated to all of you who have ventured out onto the water – whether it's a serene lake, a meandering river, or the vast open sea. We want to say 'well done' for making that choice and reconnecting with the world around you. Join us as we dive into the importance of appreciating the environment, embracing the tranquillity of the water, and cherishing the incredible moments that come with it. 🚤⚓️🌊🌞

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9 min
October 15, 2023 Seamanship Toolbox
This episode helps you build the skills in the seamanship toolbox for everyone onboard. Learn how to identify the most useful areas to develop for yourself and your crew and plan simple, engaging and effective training sessions to try when you are next out on the water.

Click here to access "Logbook" -Identity which aspects of your skippering you are confident in and establish a pathway to prepare for your adventures!

The Online Skipper Course is the recommended training course we have suggested to help build on the skills mentioned in this episode > Click here to learn more.
13 min
September 17, 2023Exploring Weather Models and Observations with Nick Olson from Predict Wind
Nick Olson joins us from Predict Wind for this episode of Boating Insights. Predict Wind is a leading weather forecasting and routing company that provides accurate and reliable weather information for boaters.

The episode focuses on the following:
Different models and accessing local weather data

The interplay between routing and observations

Using options like Iridium with GRIB files

Use of currents in routing models

To learn more about our weather and seamanship training courses, click here.
22 min
August 20, 2023Essential MMSI information with Linda Berryman from AMSA
Having an MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identity) programmed into your AIS (Automatic Identification System) or marine radio is essential for:
Safety and Identification: The MMSI serves as a unique identifier for your vessel, allowing other vessels and maritime authorities to identify your boat quickly. In emergencies, the MMSI helps rescue services locate and assist you quickly.

AIS Communication: AIS transponders use the MMSI to exchange crucial information with other vessels and shore stations. This communication enhances situational awareness, especially in busy waterways or areas with high maritime traffic.

Our guest expert for this episode of Boating Insights is Linda Berryman, whose role at AMSA involves providing specialist advice on distress alerting, communication and safety systems.

You can apply for an Australian MMSI number by completing an MMSI application online at www.amsa.gov.au/mmsi

Click here to learn more about radio courses and licencing options >
20 min
July 21, 2023Advancements in Marine Safety: A Discussion with Linda Berryman from AMSA
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) provides a search and rescue (SAR) service for Australia. Their search and rescue region covers the Australian continent and large areas of the Indian, Pacific, Southern Oceans, and Australian Antarctic territories. This region is nearly 53 million square kilometres (one-tenth of the Earth’s surface) and borders the search and rescue regions of 10 other countries.

For this episode, we are joined by Linda Berryman, whose role at AMSA involves providing specialist advice on distress alerting, communication and safety systems, of which she has over 20 years of experience.

Linda joins us to discuss some of the huge developments that have just taken place for marine safety, providing the boating community with some of the greatest technological advancements in over 30 years.

SHOW NOTES
The Search and Rescue maritime desk can be contacted on a 24-hour helpline 1800 641 792 or 02 6230 6811. Also, consider using your marine radio to communicate with the Coastguard, Water police, or nearby vessels and communicate your nature of distress and the assistance required.

406 MHz distress beacons must be compliant with the Australian and New Zealand standard, AS/NZS 4280.1 (EPIRB) or AS/NZS 4280.2 (PLB), and programmed with the Australian country code ‘503’ to be registered in Australia > list of beacons currently available to be registered in Australia and New Zealand.

Click here to learn more about marine radio, passage planning and sea survival training courses we offer.
23 min
June 25, 2023 Are you missing a trick?
For this episode we are going to be looking at if you may be missing a trick with your boating, you'll not be surprised to hear there is a core focus on safety for this one. The ideas are based around one of the founding principles of all of our training: I HEAR I FORGET > I SEE I REMEMBER > I DO I UNDERSTAND.

This link takes you to learn more about our e-learning courses that are available for you to enrol and start learning today.
13 min
May 28, 2023 Turning a problem into an opportunity
We are looking at the opportunities that can arise from the unpredictable nature of boating. It's all the mindset, a huge part of the attraction of boating should ideally be the opportunity to never stop learning and to keep your mind and skills sharp in an unpredictable environment that rewards you for being well set up and prepared. Whether your boating is short day trips or ocean voyaging, the mindset of spinning problems into opportunities should help keep you safe and having more fun whenever you're out there.
12 min
May 01, 2023 Your Boating Kit Bag
In this episode, Neil takes you through the essential items he will always pack into a boating kit bag. Depending on the season, activity and location you are boating in, you will want to adjust what you carry, but this list will help to get you thinking about what you already take and see if there are any tweaks to your list that you can make.

Learn more about this topic with our Safety & Sea Survival eLearning Course aabboating.com/sssc
13 min
March 28, 2023 Dynamic Passage Planning
When you plan a passage, it's crucial to ensure you set up your plan to be dynamic so you can easily adjust for updated departure and arrival times. This episode takes you through how to manage avoidable slippage with your departure timing and the considerations for your ETA changing while you are on a passage.
Online Skipper Course - Strategies for successful passage planning and implementation
RYA Essential Navigation and Seamanship - Navigation and meteorology for local adventurers
RYA Day Skipper Shorebased - Navigation and meteorology for coastal explorers
RYA Coastal Skipper / Yachtmaster Theory - Navigation and meteorology for blue water skippers

14 min
February 28, 2023 What are your options for reporting your position?
When you are out at sea, many scenarios can arise where you may need to know and transmit your position. You may also need to be able to receive, record and navigate a position to assist.

This podcast examines your options for getting a quick and accurate position. We also provide some ideas to help upskill people who are boating with you to assist with this to keep you free to manage the boat and any other situations that need your attention at that time.
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16 min

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At Above & Beyond Boating, we specialise in self-paced e-learning designed to help the boating community build confidence and capability at sea. Our structured courses cover boat handling, navigation, safety, and the broader seamanship skills essential for safe and enjoyable boating.