America's Boating Club in Georgia's Golden Isles

Weather Wisdom for Coastal Boaters

Understand the forecast. Read the signs. Stay safe.

Weather Wisdom for Coastal Boaters event flyer

FREE EVENT  ⚓  OPEN TO AREA BOATERS

Featuring

Andrew Shashy

Senior Meteorologist

National Weather Service (NOAA) – Jacksonville

Presentation Topics

  • Marine forecasting for the Georgia coast
  • Interpreting marine forecasts and radar information
  • Local weather patterns that affect boaters
  • Practical “signs” boaters can observe on the water

    Visual cues on the water that may indicate changing weather conditions

  • The mission and work of the National Weather Service

Date and Time

Tuesday • 7/21/2026

6:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Refreshments & Beverages
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Weather For Coastal Boaters Presentation

Location

University of Georgia Marine Extension

715 Bay Street

Brunswick, GA 31520

Perfect For

Recreational Boaters
Anglers
Sailors
Cruisers
Freedom Boat Club Members
New & Experienced Boaters Alike

Why Attend?

Better weather awareness can help you:

  •   Make safer decisions
  •   Avoid deteriorating conditions
  •   Improve trip planning
  •   Gain confidence on the water

Register

This is a FREE event — reservations help us plan seating and refreshments.

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Featured Speaker


Andrew Shashy

Andrew Shashy, Senior Meteorologist, National Weather Service (NOAA) – Jacksonville

Andrew Shashy serves as a Senior Meteorologist with the National Weather Service (NOAA) in Jacksonville. With more than 35 years of experience in operational meteorology, including service with the National Hurricane Center in Miami, he specializes in marine forecasting and coastal weather patterns affecting boaters throughout the southeastern United States.

Be Weather Aware. Boat with Confidence.

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