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Book Synopsis: 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.
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Are you ready to hit the waters with confidence? Look no further than Boating Skills and Seamanship, the 14th Edition book from one of the world's premier boating organizations. Developed and refined through 40 years of Coast Guard Auxiliary training courses, this book is the ultimate guide to mastering the fundamentals of recreational boating.
Whether you're a beginner or an intermediate powerboater, this book has you covered. It provides you with the essential knowledge of choosing, equipping, and handling a small to midsize powerboat. With expert advice on selecting the right boat, essential equipment, and the latest electronic navigation tools, you'll be well-prepared for any boating adventure.
What sets Boating Skills and Seamanship apart is its comprehensive coverage of topics that are crucial for safe and enjoyable boating. From stability and safe loading to boat handling and seamanship on coastal and inland waters, no aspect is left unexplored. You'll even learn about trailering a boat and the rules of the nautical road.
Approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA), this book is not only a valuable study and reference guide, but also an essential resource for anyone seeking better boating skills and knowledge. With chapter review questions and answers, you can test your understanding and reinforce your learning.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to enhance your boating experience. Take the first step towards becoming a skilled boater today by getting your hands on Boating Skills and Seamanship, the ultimate guide to mastering the art of recreational boating. Get your copy now!
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