February 21st: Garmin and Boat Systems Seminar

Jan. 28 2026 News By Atlantic Marine



February 21st, Atlantic Marine will be hosting a seminar covering commonly used systems on Grady-Whites, such as Garmin Systems, Yamaha Systems, and General Boat Functions. This is one of our most popular seminars and a great opportunity for anybody who wants to learn more about the capabilities and uses of their boat’s features. This event will be held at our Service Center, 2035 Eastwood Rd, Wilmington, on Saturday, February 21st, from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm. 

The schedule is as follows:

9:00 am: Service Center Opens


9:30 am: Boat Systems

  • Start-up checklist and Safety gear 
  • Bilge Systems
  • Seacocks
  • General Head Systems
  • Trim Tabs
  • Anchoring with a Windlass
  • Anchoring with a Power Pole
  • MMSI Numbers on VHF
  • Hailing with a VHF 
  • General Questions Before Small Break

10:30 am: Yamaha Systems

  • Proper Start-up and Shutdown to Prevent Errors
  • Kill Switch Use
  • Key Fobs 
  • Engine Trim, Trim Assist, and Automatic Trim Tab Retract 
  • Single Lever Mode
  • Joystick use 
  • Yamaha Autopilot Controls 
  • General Questions Before Small Break

11:30 am: Garmin Systems

  • Tracks – How to Turn On, Save, and Clear 
  • Waypoints – How to Name, Save, and Clear 
  • Chart Views and Combinations 
  • Sonar Settings
  • Setting Routes
  • Pairing Stereo with Phone 
  • General Questions With a Garmin Representative


We will have Coastal Carolina Brews Serving Coffee and breakfast pastries from 9:30 PM to 12:00 PM.