Cruising A Skipper's Guide

This book will teach you to be a good skipper. As a result your cruising will be safer, more efficient and more enjoyable. Cruising is divided into three parts: preparation, handling the boat and passage making. PART ONE: THE ROLE OF THE SKIPPER Managing the boat and crew Emergencies Weather forecasting PART TWO: HANDLING THE BOAT Handling under sail and power Berthing and anchoring PART THREE: MAKING A PASSAGE Planning Navigation & pilotage Heavy weather. Key facts for the RYA Day Skipper and Coastal Skipper practical courses and the Yachtmaster practical exam.Mellor, John is the author of 'Cruising A Skipper's Guide' with ISBN 9781898660668 and ISBN 1898660662.