Anybody interested in learning about weather?

[MulletMan]

From the number of posts lately on BOM - mentions of Seabreeze & Buoyweather etc. there is a great deal of interest being shown by responsible Boaties in learning what makes the whole system tick. OK, let me rush in right here and now and say:
NO I do NOT have the tag "World's Best Meteorologist" after my name! And secondly some of the answers from guys herein indicates a top knowledge of the weather and many of them can probably show me a few tricks on the weather here and then.
After flogging big jets around the world for about thirty years, 8 years with VMR Vicky Point, approval to conduct weather courses by Australian Aviation and Maritime authorities and a fascination with weather, I might be able to clear up some of the mysteries of local weather and if that meant ONE single Boatie learnt something or maybe saved a boat and passengers from harm, then it would be worth it.
But of course there is a catch! I don't mind putting in regular articles of an INFORMATORY nature only providing the minority of moaners and groaners don't start attacking the contents. I don't have all the answers and have been out myself many times and and been pounded to death when the forecast (and me) thought it would be OK. Goes with the territory!
Your call guys, if you think there is a genuine need for some online education I can do my bit but if not, I won't lose any sleep!
Like me mate SUBZERO (Lloyd Finn) who runs top Radio Courses at VMR Vicky Point, I had often thought of running weather courses for Boaties but kinda luke warm on the whole thing ......................... not sure what the response would be.... personally a hands on course at Vicky Point would be far better for everybody but that does present logistical and time problems for many guys...dunno ..
As this topic is related to Boating Safety maybe the Webby could make it a Sticky Topic for awhile?

[Lone_Wolf]

PP,

What a great idea. This site is all about learning from each other and I welcome your offer. Thumbs up from me.

Scott

[ahjayem]

G'day PP and all Ausfishers

I wholeheartedly agree. One is never too old to learn.

Tight lines

RJM

[seatime]

Great idea, I agree wholeheartedly.
But, it appears there are a lot of people out there who think the weather forecast should be a near certainty, and they don't leave any margin for error. Some see a forecast with 15kt in the morning with 25kt afternoon and think my boat will handle that and I'll be home by lunch. These weather systems speed up and slow down thus effecting predictions.
Plan trips carefully and factor in your own boat handling abilities and the handling characteristics of your vessel in different conditions.
I am well aware of my own and my boat's limitations, I have a sound knowledge of things nautical and I handle my boat in a safe manner taking into consideration the prevailing conditions. Now I can weigh up the different forecasts and put my own spin on them.

Understandably a lot of people don't have the time or inclination to study meteorology, so they rely on published forecasts.
If that extra 10kts does blow up you better be ready for it, or be in boat that can get you home. Have a contingency plan.
regards

[frankj]

Great idea, both on-line and face to face will generate a lot of interest

Go for it

Frank

[sunny]

Sounds great.

PP count me as the one boatie who will learn at least one new thing

[trout3030]

Great idea. Maybe a whole new section could be allocated to questions and info on the weather?

[A_DIFF_PERSPECTIVE]

Yes, Certainly, the weather is something all land and sea goers could stop and learn a great deal about. Bring it on I say. I'm listening. I love watching the constand change in weather, daily. Many of us have a fair enough grasp of highs and lows etc, but all new explanations would certainly help all of us understand it a whole lot better!
And i'm pretty sure more than just one person will learn from it! The speach and influence of one can greatly enhance the knowledge and understanding of many!
Regards,
Johnny M

[Ozwald]

As someone who is about to get his first offshore boat I think its an excellent idea.

[DR]

good idea, i am curious as well

[uripper]

ThePinkPanther
A fantastic offer - I would prefer a face-2-face session (assume you are south Bris-bayside?) & happy to contribute to costs and/or make donation to VMR etc. For mainly legal reasons, suggest some caution doing it on a completely open forum like this chatboard.
MalM

[NEWBY]

Thanks for the offer PP. I would certainly love to learn more but couldnt make personalised sessions as I am in Gladstone. Little tit bits that I have been taught so far have proved to be a bit out, like look at the 4 day forcast and see how far apart the lines are. the wider the lines, the flatter the water. Hmmmm cant say it rings true so far. My hand is upo and I am in. I promise not to critisise. [smiley=angel.gif]

[revs57]

Hey PP,

What a top idea...I'm in...thanks

Rhys

[fish2eat]

Don't be lukewarm about it, I can't imagine anyone firing bullets at your efforts or content.

The whinges about weather arise, in my opinion, because we see Meteorology taught as a science, and so we think of it like other sciences, in terms of black and white fact. However, it is one of the "impresice sciences" and the more you know about it, the more you can appreciate why the pro's and expersts get it wrong.

When you plan ahead on the basis of a BOM forecast and the trip does not turn out as planned, the whinges are from frustration only, and the more knowledge that is spread and shared, the less frustrations there will be

Please do it !!!

[chanquetas]

PP. I think it sounds great mate.

This could be very interesting.

Cheers,
Jake