Weather Routing and Passage Planning with QTVLM Navigation Software – Part 1

January 3, 2025January 7, 2025 by gnarleyspoke

Sailing across Lake Ontario with QTVLM connected to boat telemetry and logging trip.

Course Summary

We’re excited to announce our new course: Weather Routing and Passage Planning with QTVLM Navigation Software – Part 1! This course is designed for sailors and navigators who want to enhance their voyage planning and navigation skills using the powerful QTVLM software.

In this hands-on course, you’ll learn:

Session 1:

How to set up and configure QTVLM for optimal performance.
Basics of weather routing and importing GRIB files.

Session 2:

Plotting waypoints, creating routes, and analyzing performance data.
Understanding charts, safety margins, and integrating QTVLM with other navigation tools.

Whether you’re planning coastal cruising or preparing for offshore adventures, this course will provide you with the foundation to navigate confidently and efficiently.

Download QTVLM

QTVLM is available for most operating systems. You can find the link below to the version of your choice. The App Versions are NOT free but reasonable at $10. I typically donate once a year to help continue the development of the software.

About QTVLM: https://www.meltemus.com/index.php/en/
Download QTVLM: https://www.meltemus.com/index.php/en/download

Course Logistics

Sunday Jan 5, Sunday Jan 12 – 2pm to 4pm EST
Google Meet Access: https://meet.google.com/cog-gyzc-fzk
Cost: Free

General Flow

Session 1:

About QTVLM
References
How to set up and configure QTVLM for optimal performance
- Interface and Tabs
- NMEA Stuff
- Boat Polars and info
- Go thru device options and general interface
- Load a Chart / Online Charts / NOAA / Rastor/Vector
Basics of weather routing and importing GRIB files
- View Grib Stuff / Download Gribs
Plotting Waypoints
Create Pathway
Create Route
Optimize Route