Noice A. Day Skipper for Sail and Power. The Essential Manual...4ed 2023

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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.
Preface Introduction
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 1
Appendix 1 Knowledge Check Answers
Appendix 2 Glossary of Nautical Terms
Appendix 3 Recommended Equipment for Inshore Cruising Boats