Trawler Fest 2008
September 25-28, Solomons, MD

The quaint island town of Solomons is nestled in Calvert County, Maryland, on the protected waters of the Patuxent River. Solomons is Trawler Fest’s original venue and is an ideal stop for snowbirds headed south for the winter. The expansive exhibitor area allows attendees to try new activities, mingle with exhibitors, and visit a variety of boats before enjoying cocktails under the setting sun at Calvert Marina.

Be sure to catch Captain Henry’s Safety Seminar:

"Managing Your Risk Assessment"
Capt. Henry Marx, Landfall Navigation
Friday, Sept. 26, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

It is easy to spend large sums of money on the "latest" in safety equipment and think that the mere possession of this gear will make you safe. By performing a risk assessment study of your vessel, you will discover the accidents that could be "just waiting to happen."

Capt. Henry Marx of Landfall Navigation aims to provide insight into a thought process that will ensure a higher degree of safety on your vessel and which frequently does not involve spending large sums of money on exotic equipment. Equally applicable to static liveaboards, coastal and offshore cruisers, this risk assessment system was devised by the British Sea Fish Organization to try and eliminate accidents in what is probably the most hazardous profession in the world.

Regardless of your cruising status, this practice session and handouts will provide you with some valuable tips on how to make your vessel safer and your experiences more enjoyable.

For more information or to register, visit the Trawler Fest Website.