United States Coast Guard (USCG) Auxiliary Milford Flotilla is offering the Charts, Navigation and GPS course to the public on Saturday morning, April 23, starting at 8 a.m.

For advanced registration prior to the class date, go to http://a0142403.uscgaux.info/

The USCG Auxiliary Flotilla Training Center is located at 1 Helwig Street, Milford, CT, which is located one block north of Milford Boat Works. Walk-ins are welcome on the day of the class. Please arrive at 7:30 a.m.

The Charts, Navigation and GPS class will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The material presented ties together electronic navigation and the method of plotting a course on a paper chart. Instructions on basic satellite navigation (GPS) and its functions are presented as well as pros and cons of relying on electronic navigation devices.

Students will be instructed on how to interpret and use information printed on charts as well as chart a course using that information and navigation tools.

Cost is $60 per person. For additional information about Coast Guard Auxiliary courses, please call 203-298-9719 or email: milfordflot073inc@gmail.com or visit http://a0142403.uscgaux.info/