Explains in simple terms, the ocean as an environment, how boats and ships behave at sea and what the average sailor can do toward safer voyaging. Topics covered range f... (More)
Completely revised and updated to reflect modern boats, gear, seamanship practices, navigation aids. Covers every topic the sailor must know, from close-quarter boat ... (More)
Leads readers through vital information and concepts aimed at developing safe and competent bareboat charterers. Covers chartering, larger sailboat handling and ... (More)
For novices to cruising under sail. Covers every topic from docking under power to shortening sail to safety requirements. Hundreds of excellent illustrations.
Help for the dysfunctional docker. The hows and whys of close quarters maneuvering for small craft discussed and illustrated with clarity. Covers every conceivable situat... (More)
Timeless, contemporary boating wisdom distilled into 105 concise servings. All the basics are addressed in a format designed for easy learning and retention. For all boat... (More)
The perfect book for beginning boaters, covers the basics of choosing, equipping, trailering and handling small to mid-sized powerboats. Basic seamanship, line handling, ... (More)
A concise guide that de-mystifies anchoring in 16 colorful fold-out panels. Instructions for safe and efficient setting the hook have never been so clear. Waterproof, too... (More)
Fourteen fold-up panels of information on the why and how of handling both power and sailboats under power. Covers close-quarter maneuvering, docking, steering I/Os and o... (More)
