(NMC) — Interested community members on Saipan who are looking to learn more about the foundational principles and essential knowledge that have guided seafarers for centuries are invited to register for a four-week traditional navigation program hosted by Northern Marianas College’s Community Development Institute in collaboration with 500 Sails.
In the first module of the training program, participants will explore the rich history of traditional navigation, tracing its origins and evolution across cultures. They will uncover wisdom passed down through generations as they learn to navigate using the stars, current, and natural phenomena, while engaging with traditional tools and techniques.
The training program is open to members of the public residing in Saipan who are at least 14 years old or older. All training sessions will be held at the 500 Sails Boat Yard in Lower Base from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. from April 23 to May 24, 2024.
Participants can register online at https://forms.gle/d6kEt3MgX2F7ryhY7/. For more information about the program, please contact NMC’s Community Development Institute at cdi@marianas.edu/.
