The vast majority of sailors and powerboaters--and there are millions of
them--never venture too far from their homeports, or even out of the
safety of the harbor. There is simply too much to worry about that a GPS
cannot provide: tides and tidal currents, reefs and rocks, and bad
weather. So many boaters dream of heading out but feel unprepared to
take the first step. Coastal Navigation Simplified offers everything a
new sailor needs to know to get out safely and confidently. Author Ken
Kreisler is a licensed master who has been entrusted by owners of
valuable boats of all sizes to deliver them safely to ports up and down
the coasts of countries worldwide. He knows what he is talking about and
can guide you to do the same. In Coastal Navigation Simplified, you'll
find everything you'll need to know to head down the coast, from
understanding the fundamentals--such as nautical charts, reading winds
and tides, and the rules of the road--to determining and plotting your
course, time-tested tips, and knowledge of how to use today's high-tech
tools. Coastal Navigation Simplified is the best way to get to your
destination--and want to go out again!
