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Modern Members Participate in Advanced First Aid/CPR Course for Mariners

June 15, 2023

Three members of Modern Sailing, Arne Gelb, Alisa Driscoll and Elizabeth Henderson, were among those who recently participated in the no-prerequisite Advanced First Aid and CPR for Mariners course that was announced in the June 8 club newsletter. The course was offered by the Marine Medical Guides division of Backcountry Medical Guides. Founder John Taussig, a paramedic and an experienced US Coast Guard licensed captain was the lead instructor. It included approximately 4-6 hours of online slides/videos with quizzes, followed by two weekend days of skills practice and Q&A at Spaulding Marine Center, Sausalito.

Realistic scenarios with moulage (medical makeup) were run in the boatyard, on the dock, and aboard the historic restored 1885 gaff-rigged sloop, the Freda.

Besides the obvious intrinsic value for sailors and skippers, the course also satisfies the USCG first aid requirements for an OUPV or Masters license.

Another Bay Area class is planned for October 14 to 16. Watch for an announcement in the weekly newsletter.

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  • Alisa Driscoll, Dual Site Member

    Here are some snaps of Our Saturday, August 20, 2022 Modern Sailing Expedition with Captain Robert Bivin, who was outstanding. Please convey photos and thanks to him. He is an outstanding individual, leader and sailing instructor. His knowledge and experience made us all feel safe and our Farallones Day Trip educational and just amazing. 

  • Danny Collins

    The office staff was very accommodating in meeting my availability.

  • Esther C

    I took ASA 101 with them recently. They have the best customer service I've ever seen! I mistyped my address when I signed up online so didn't receive the textbook. I called and the lady immediately sent me another copy! Everyone at the club is super friendly.

  • John Kratochvil, Oregon

    I would like to compliment Stan Lander for his coaching, counseling and teaching Heavy Weather Offshore Sailing. Stan was very accommodating to all of the student's interests and shared his many years of insight on handling the boat in heavy seas. I would certainly recommend Stan and this course to sheltered waters sailors. My confidence in handling a boat of this size was certainly enhanced by the experience.

  • Sara Jane G.

    I've taken two classes at MSS&C and was very happy with the program. This is also a great club with lots of opportunities for camaraderie and practice on the water. The boats in the fleet are fantastic and kept in tip-top shape. I highly recommend for all sailors and would-be sailors!

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