Day Skipper for Sail and Power : The Essential Manual for the RYA Day Skipper Theory and Practical Certificate 4th Edition

Day Skipper for Sail and Power : The Essential Manual for the RYA Day Skipper Theory and Practical Certificate 4th Edition- Ebook Instant Download/Delivery ISBN(s): 9781399402835,1399402838

Product details:

• ISBN 10: 1399402838
• ISBN 13:9781399402835
• Author: Roger Seymour

The ideal reference book for anyone following the RYA Day Skipper course. With a refreshingly practical approach, illustrated throughout with clear diagrams, worked examples and colour photography, this 4th edition covers all the theory and practical aspects of the RYA Day Skipper Certificate. Fully updated in line with the syllabus, and taking in new technology and navigation techniques (such as thermal imaging and radar), developments in yacht design and multihulls, this is a clear and comprehensive manual for anyone taking the Day Skipper exam or intending to make coastal passages in a small boat, covering: – seamanship – safety equipment – preventing collisions at sea – navigation and chart work – tides and tidal streams – pilotage and passage planning – weather – engine operation and maintenance – VHF radio procedures By the same author as the highly successful Yachtmaster for Sail and Power, this lively, helpful guide is the perfect companion to the course, whether for sail or power.

Table contents:

Chapter 1: About Boats – Sail and Power
Chapter 2: Knowing the Ropes
Chapter 3: Anchors and Anchoring
Chapter 4: Keeping Safe
Chapter 5: Communications – Using the VHF Radio
Chapter 6: Avoiding a Collision with Other Craft
Chapter 7: The Engine
Chapter 8: About Charts
Chapter 9: Compasses
Chapter 10: Chartwork – the First Steps
Chapter 11: Tides and Tidal Streams
Chapter 12: Finding Your Position
Chapter 13: Course to Steer
Chapter 14: Buoys, Beacons and Lights
Chapter 15: Pilotage – Finding Your Way into Creeks and Harbours
Chapter 16: Looking at the Weather
Chapter 17: Fog
Chapter 18: Passage Planning

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