Navigation Companion

by Tim Davison

Overview

A handy, splash-proof, on-the-water summary of the key things you need to know about navigation at sea: the perfect quick reference guide to keep onboard. The book covers all the navigation essentials: charts, compass, tides, standard and secondary ports, dead reckoning, estimated position, course to steer, lights, GPS, waypoints and buoyage in a highly illustrated format making it easy to understand at a glance – ideal for those moments when you need an answer, and you need it fast! Spiral bound, this little companion stands up to frequent use and serves as a great aide-memoire.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781912177196
Publisher:	Fernhurst Books
Publication date:	01/22/2019
Series:	Practical Companions , #5
Edition description:	2nd ed.
Pages:	24
Product dimensions:	3.15(w) x 8.74(h) x 0.00(d)

About the Author

Tim Davison is a highly experienced sailor, who spends much of his time racing dinghies and cruising the Mediterranean.

Table of Contents

Charts; Latitude & Longitude; Compass; Tides; Standard Ports; Secondary Ports; Tidal Streams; Dead Reckoning (DR); Estimated Position (EP); Course To Steer; Lights; GPS & Waypoints; Buoyage

Editorial Reviews

"...a handy splash proof guide to navigation...covers all the essentials...easy onboard use" (Boat Mart)
"A handy waterproof onboard guide for those learning navigation or wanting an aide-memoire." (Yachting Monthly)

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