Safe Skipper

Safe Skipper
Author: Simon Jollands
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 373
Release: 2015-03-12
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 147291547X

Whether out for an afternoon's sail or embarking on a long offshore passage, there is always an element of chance and uncertainty about being at sea. To be responsible for the wellbeing of both crew and vessel, a good skipper needs to know their limitations and ensure they are operating well within the margins of safety. Safe Skipper is a practical and thought provoking guide for yacht skippers of all levels of experience, full of invaluable advice and tips on how to reduce to the minimum the risks of mishaps and equipment failure at sea. There's a wide range of information on seamanship, preparation, seaworthiness, gear, boat handling, leadership, teamwork, watch keeping, communications, navigation, weather and emergency procedures, all delivered in a highly practical, lively, non-preachy fashion. Included throughout are useful checklists, box-outs and case studies of accidents and their causes, with survivors' testimonials and explanations of how disasters were avoided, or could have been, all of which provides valuable lessons for everyone who goes to sea.

Navigation Rules

Navigation Rules
Author: United States. Coast Guard
Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing Inc.
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2011
Genre: Inland navigation
ISBN: 1616082437

For anyone who owns a boat, this is the handbook for you. Included are all of the official government rules and regulations that must be followed by anyone out on the water. This book will prepare you for head?on situations, avoiding collisions, using, distress signals, and will inform you of all the up?to?date water regulations. Whether you?re in a jam or just relaxing at sea, Navigation Rules will teach and prepare you for anything and everything you may encounter while on your boat.

RYA Safety Boat Handbook (G-G16)

RYA Safety Boat Handbook (G-G16)
Author: Royal Yachting Association
Publisher: Royal Yachting Association
Total Pages: 221
Release: 2018-10-23
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN:

The RYA Safety Boat Handbook aims to provide up to date advice to anyone providing Safety Boat back up and was written to accompany the RYA Safety Boat Course. It outlines all the practical techniques, expert advice and tips needed by Safety Boat crew. The format makes it quick and easy to use. Some of the content includes: Safety Boat checklist Recovering people from the water The crew and equipment First aid This book takes advantage of Google's accessibility features (https://support.google.com/accessibility/android/answer/6006564?hl=en-GB).

Uniquely New Mexico

Uniquely New Mexico
Author: Coleen Hubbard
Publisher: Heinemann-Raintree Library
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2004
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781403446527

What do the images on New Mexico's state seal stand for? How is New Mexico's state government organized? In which town have people been living for over 900 years? You can find the answers to these questions in Uniquely New Mexico. This book contains all kinds of fun and fascinating facts and features that help make New Mexico a one-of-a-kind place. Inside, you will also find information about New Mexico's unique state symbols. You can learn how the Rocky Mountains and the Rio Grande affect New Mexico, discover the artistic talent in the state, and find out how the Spanish have influenced life in New Mexico.

Swimming and Water Safety

Swimming and Water Safety
Author: Canadian Red Cross Society
Publisher: St. Louis, Mo. ; Toronto : Mosby Lifeline
Total Pages: 324
Release: 1995
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9780815114987

Discusses the history and techniques of swimming and diving, safety rescue techniques, and skills for a variety of aquatic activities.

Start Powerboating Right

Start Powerboating Right
Author: U. S. Sailing Association
Publisher: United States Sailing Assn
Total Pages: 166
Release: 2013
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781938915222