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Sea Survival Handbook

Author : Keith Colwell

Publisher : Simon and Schuster

Page : 241 pages

File Size : 27,42 MB

Release : 2009-06-23

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 162636978X

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A full-scale reference book for everyone boarding a seafaring vessel. The information is accessible, concise, up-to-date, and potentially life-saving. This is a weapon against ignorance at sea, and a no-brainer buy for all those who are interested in the safety of their passengers, their boats and themselves. The book covers everything from emergency radio operation, proper employment of safety equipment, to survival and first aid in the water. It also includes a full glossary and index. It was originally published in the UK this year by the Royal Yachting Association (RYA).



Essentials of Sea Survival

Author : Frank Golden

Publisher : Human Kinetics

Page : 324 pages

File Size : 23,29 MB

Release : 2002-06-13

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 1492586218

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Essentials of Sea Survival contains original scientific research and investigations from two internationally recognized experts on cold-water survival. In addition to having practical personal experience with cold water immersion, Frank Golden and Michael Tipton regularly lecture at various international conferences about water survival, and they are frequently called on for expert commentary on television and radio. The majority of books on this subject are personal survival accounts; few relate to scientific studies. This book is different: Using reader-friendly language, two leading environmental physiologists present the facts and dispel the myths of surviving a sea accident. The book, thanks to the real-life stories and easy-to-read format, will appeal primarily to the layperson who works or plays on or near the water. The text will also be of interest to an academic audience, who will appreciate the original research and up-to-date physiological and medical information Essentials of Sea Survival is a compelling, informative, and comprehensive guide to open-water survival. Drawing from classic maritime disasters and personal accounts of near-miraculous survival, as well as carefully controlled laboratory experiments, it offers practical advice for avoiding as well as surviving a cold-water accident. It’s an important reference for anyone associated with open-air aquatic activities, such as members of the Coast Guard, Navy, and Marines; offshore oil rig employees; fishermen; divers; amateur and professional sailors; water safety instructors and life guards; water rescue personnel; boaters; water skiers; outdoor survival course instructors; and other recreational water sports enthusiasts.



Texas Aquatic Science

Author : Rudolph A. Rosen

Publisher : Texas A&M University Press

Page : 218 pages

File Size : 39,5 MB

Release : 2014-11-19

Category : Science

ISBN : 1623492270

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This classroom resource provides clear, concise scientific information in an understandable and enjoyable way about water and aquatic life. Spanning the hydrologic cycle from rain to watersheds, aquifers to springs, rivers to estuaries, ample illustrations promote understanding of important concepts and clarify major ideas. Aquatic science is covered comprehensively, with relevant principles of chemistry, physics, geology, geography, ecology, and biology included throughout the text. Emphasizing water sustainability and conservation, the book tells us what we can do personally to conserve for the future and presents job and volunteer opportunities in the hope that some students will pursue careers in aquatic science. Texas Aquatic Science, originally developed as part of a multi-faceted education project for middle and high school students, can also be used at the college level for non-science majors, in the home-school environment, and by anyone who educates kids about nature and water. To learn more about The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment, sponsors of this book's series, please click here.





Survival Swimming

Author : Sam Fury

Publisher : SF Nonfiction Books

Page : 186 pages

File Size : 34,92 MB

Release :

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN :

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These Swimming Skills Will Save Your Life! Discover everything you need to escape your enemies and survive in the water. Inside this three-part training manual you will learn: * Efficient Swimming. Swimming lessons to swim faster and longer, including while swimming underwater. * Water Safety and Survival. Learn the dangers of open water and how to survive in it. * Water Rescue. Essential water rescue skills of others in pools and open water. Teach yourself everything you need to survive in the water, because this is swim training for escape and survival. Get it now. Part 1: Efficient Swimming Swimming lessons to swim faster and longer, including while swimming underwater. * The most efficient way to tread water. A MUST LEARN water survival skill. * Swim faster using the same training drills that professional swimmers use. * A step-by-step guide for learning the Combat Survival Stroke, as used by the US Navy Seals. * The proper way to do the survival backstroke to conserve energy and retain heat. * How to safely train yourself to swim 50+ meters underwater. * Freestyle swimming drills to perfect your speed swimming technique. Part 2: Water Safety and Survival Learn the different dangers of open water and the best way to swim in them for survival. * The safest ways to enter the water. * The two swimming styles to use to get out of dangerous waters, and when to use them. * The different types of waves, tides, and currents, and how to negotiate them. * Learn the dangers of swift water, how to avoid them, and how to use them to your advantage. * The different ways to cross water. Includes wading, rope crossings, improvised raft building, and more. * How to survive in cold water and how to escape ice water. * The best actions to take during a flood so you don't end up in the water to begin with. * Sea survival skills so you can keep yourself alive until help arrives. Part 3: Water Rescue Essential water rescue skills of others in pools and open water. * What to do when you see someone in trouble in the water. * What to teach children so they can help save others while staying safe on dry land. * How to scan and assess any water-based situation the way professional lifeguards do. * Learn to spot different types of casualties and make the best plan for rescue. * The safest ways to rescue drowning victims. Includes how to protect yourself against them if they drag you down. * White water rescue training so you can save others while minimizing risk. Limited Time Only… Get your copy of Survival Swimming today and you will also receive: * Free SF Nonfiction Books new releases * Exclusive discount offers * Downloadable sample chapters * Bonus content … and more! Get your hands on this one of a kind swim training manual, because it will show you how to swim faster, longer, and safer. Get it now.



Marine Combat Water Survival

Author : United States Marine Corps

Publisher : Wildside Press LLC

Page : 158 pages

File Size : 20,61 MB

Release : 2004-02-01

Category : Technology & Engineering

ISBN : 080951558X

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Marine Corps Reference Publication (MCRP) 3-02C, Marine Combat Water Survival, provides Marine Corps combat water survival techniques, procedures, and training standards. This publication also teaches Marines to cross water obstacles and perform water rescues correctly and safely. This publication is the foundation for teaching Marines correct water survival techniques and procedures that are used throughout the Marine combat water survival program (MCWSP). Once an individual or a unit has completed the MCWSP, this publication can be used as a refresher course before water operations.



The Pool Safety Resource

Author : Geoff Dawson

Publisher : iUniverse

Page : 145 pages

File Size : 26,39 MB

Release : 2011-04-20

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 1450294448

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This book will help parents understand the unique risks of their own pool environment and how to build a robust system of protection. When the Roisum family moved to Florida in 2005 they decided to install a new pool in their back yard. Everyone was excited about the aquatic fun they would enjoy for years to come. It was just another day in March when Jenna, kissed her 2 year old son Mason goodbye as she left for work. Not long after, Mason found his way to the pool and drowned. Every year, hundreds of children and infants fall victim to accidental drowning accidents that are preventable with proper precautions. In The Pool Safety Resource, author and pool safety consultant Geoff Dawson guides parents and pool owners through the dangers and risks and helps them identify and make educated choices regarding swimming pools and other bodies of water. He offers realworld advice and solutions to help increase safety. He discusses understanding, evaluating, and mitigating risks; building layers of protection; constructing a safe, new pool; providing aquatic survival skills and swimming lessons; establishing and communicating pool rules; enjoying the pool safely; preparing for emergencies; being a pool safety advocate. Owning a pool is a huge responsibility, but the benefits to health, happiness, and family life are immeasurable. The Pool Safety Resource provides a wealth of information to help families enjoy their swimming pools safely.



Essentials of Sea Survival

Author : Frank Golden

Publisher : Human Kinetics

Page : 332 pages

File Size : 39,1 MB

Release : 2002

Category : Medical

ISBN : 0736002154

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Essentials of Sea Survival contains original scientific research and investigations from two internationally recognized experts on cold-water survival. In addition to having practical personal experience with cold water immersion, Frank Golden and Michael Tipton regularly lecture at various international conferences about water survival, and they are frequently called on for expert commentary on television and radio. The majority of books on this subject are personal survival accounts; few relate to scientific studies. This book is different: Using reader-friendly language, two leading environmental physiologists present the facts and dispel the myths of surviving a sea accident. The book, thanks to the real-life stories and easy-to-read format, will appeal primarily to the layperson who works or plays on or near the water. The text will also be of interest to an academic audience, who will appreciate the original research and up-to-date physiological and medical information Essentials of Sea Survival is a compelling, informative, and comprehensive guide to open-water survival. Drawing from classic maritime disasters and personal accounts of near-miraculous survival, as well as carefully controlled laboratory experiments, it offers practical advice for avoiding as well as surviving a cold-water accident. It’s an important reference for anyone associated with open-air aquatic activities, such as members of the Coast Guard, Navy, and Marines; offshore oil rig employees; fishermen; divers; amateur and professional sailors; water safety instructors and life guards; water rescue personnel; boaters; water skiers; outdoor survival course instructors; and other recreational water sports enthusiasts.



Thirst for Power

Author : Michael E. Webber

Publisher : Yale University Press

Page : 246 pages

File Size : 18,88 MB

Release : 2016-04-26

Category : Science

ISBN : 0300221061

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Book Description

Although it is widely understood that energy and water are the world’s two most critical resources, their vital interconnections and vulnerabilities are less often recognized. This farsighted book offers a new, holistic way of thinking about energy and water—a big picture approach that reveals the interdependence of the two resources, identifies the seriousness of the challenges, and lays out an optimistic approach with an array of solutions to ensure the continuing sustainability of both. Michael Webber, a leader and teacher in the field of energy technology and policy, explains how energy and water supplies are linked and how problems in either can be crippling for the other. He shows that current population growth, economic growth, climate change, and short-sighted policies are likely to make things worse. Yet, Webber asserts, more integrated planning with long-term sustainability in mind can avert such a daunting future. Combining anecdotes and personal stories with insights into the latest science of energy and water, he identifies a hopeful path toward wise long-range water-energy decisions and a more reliable and abundant future for humanity.



Marine Corps Water Survival Training Program (MCWSTP)

Author : Department of the Navy

Publisher : Createspace Independent Pub

Page : 32 pages

File Size : 39,67 MB

Release : 2013-06-10

Category : History

ISBN : 9781490366548

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Book Description

Marines are inherently amphibious by nature and are expected to operate in aquatic environments. The MCWSTP employs water survival skills of increasing levels of ability designed to reduce fear, raise self-confidence, and develop Marines with the ability to survive in water.