Fast Powerboat Seamanship

Fast Powerboat Seamanship
Author: Dag Pike
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 284
Release: 2004-07-16
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9780071422093

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Chapman Piloting & Seamanship

Chapman Piloting & Seamanship
Author: Elbert S. Maloney
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 948
Release: 2006
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781588162328

With millions of copies sold, this resource has been the leading reference for both power and sail boaters for nearly 100 years. Now this absolutely essential guide is thoroughly updated with all the latest information on federal laws, regulations, and fees.

The Boater's Handbook

The Boater's Handbook
Author: Elbert S. Maloney
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 312
Release: 2008
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781588167514

BOATING. Perfect for onboard use - whether it's for dealing with emergencies, complying with safety regulations and government requirements, refreshing your knowledge of seamanship and piloting, reading charts, assessing weather conditions, or just figuring out what flag to fly, this facts-at-your fingertip reference has the answer. Tides and currents, electronics, life on board, maintenance: it's all here, handily arranged for easy look-up. Numerous charts, tables and line drawings amplify the text, thumb tabs make finding everything so straightforward and a wealth of Internet resources brings this up to the moment. Plus, the technology and communication sections have been thoroughly revised!

Chapman Boater's Handbook

Chapman Boater's Handbook
Author: Elbert S. Maloney
Publisher: Hearst Books
Total Pages: 312
Release: 2005-04
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781588164414

One of the most widely respected names in boating creates an indispensable, transportable guide that belongs on every craft. Whatever the situation, it has an easy-to-find answer. Elbert S. "Mack" Maloney authored the huge, all-inclusive, and must-have Chapman Piloting-and now he bring his lifetime of hands-on experience to this highly portable guide. Think of it as a shorter, mini-version of Chapman's landmark volume that's perfect for bringing on the boat. Whether it's dealing with emergencies, complying with safety regulations and government requirements, refreshing your knowledge of seamanship and piloting, reading charts, assessing weather conditions, or just figuring out what flag to fly, this facts-at-your fingertip reference has the answer. Tides and currents, electronics, life on board, maintenance: it's all here, handily arranged for easy look-up. Numerous charts, tables, and line drawings amplify the text; thumb tabs make finding everything a snap; and a wealth of Internet addresses brings this up to the moment.

Chapman Piloting

Chapman Piloting
Author: Elbert S. Maloney
Publisher: Hearst Communications
Total Pages: 658
Release: 1993
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9780688116835

"Both powerboaters and sailboaters will find within the pages of Chapman's the crucial information they need to participate safely in their sport, whether as weekend sailors or seasoned voyagers. Chapman's includes all the most recent advances in boating, including in-depth information on navigation using satellite technology, recommended procedures in emergency situations, as well as all of the current laws and regulations governing the nation's waterways. Features include more than 1,500 illustrations and full-color maps, extensive subject cross-referencing, dozens of sidebars, color-coded tabs for easy access, exploded views and cutaways, and a comprehensive glossary of boating terms."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Boating Skills and Seamanship, 14th Edition

Boating Skills and Seamanship, 14th Edition
Author: U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Assoc., Inc.
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 416
Release: 2013-06-14
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 0071829334

Learn the essentials of seamanship from one of the world's premier boating organizations Developed and refined through 40 years of Coast Guard Auxiliary training courses, Boating Skills and Seamanship is your perfect introduction to recreational boating's fundamentals. Great for beginning and intermediate powerboaters alike, it offers you the basics of choosing, equipping, and handling a small to midsize powerboat. This updated edition of the Coast Guard Auxiliary's classic boating skills manual will answer all your questions on: Selecting the right boat--whether a 10-foot skiff or a 35-foot cruiser Essential equipment, both required and recommended The latest electronic navigation Personal Locator Beacons (PLBs) and private communication services, e.g., SPOT devices and others Stability and safe loading Boat handling and seamanship on coastal and inland waters Trailering a boat Navigation and the rules of the nautical road And much more! Approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA), with chapter review questions and answers, Boating Skills and Seamanship is the ideal study and reference guide for anyone taking a state boating license exam or seeking better boating skills and knowledge.

The Boater's Handbook

The Boater's Handbook
Author: Elbert S. Maloney
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2002
Genre: Boats and boating
ISBN: 9781588160508

Whether it’s dealing with emergencies, complying with safety regulations, refreshing your knowledge of seamanship and piloting, reading charts, assessing weather conditions, maintaining your vessel, or just figuring out which flag to fly, the gamut of boating knowledge is covered, clearly and concisely, in this handy, portable guide.

Chapman Piloting

Chapman Piloting
Author: Elbert S. Maloney
Publisher: Hearst Books
Total Pages: 664
Release: 1999
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN:

"Both powerboaters and sailboaters will find within the pages of Chapman's the crucial information they need to participate safely in their sport, whether as weekend sailors or seasoned voyagers. Chapman's includes all the most recent advances in boating, including in-depth information on navigation using satellite technology, recommended procedures in emergency situations, as well as all of the current laws and regulations governing the nation's waterways. Features include more than 1,500 illustrations and full-color maps, extensive subject cross-referencing, dozens of sidebars, color-coded tabs for easy access, exploded views and cutaways, and a comprehensive glossary of boating terms."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved