Author : Melanie Bartlett
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 23,20 MB
Release : 2016-03
Category : Navigation
ISBN : 9781906435943
"This ... edition ... comprehensively covers traditional and the latest electronic methods [of navigation]. It is the recommended text for anyone doing the RYA Day Skipper Shorebased course and a core text for the RYA Coastal Skipper & Yachtmaster Offshore Shorebased course, sail or power. It's also ideal for anyone who wants to learn more about navigation"--Publisher's description.
Author : Tim Bartlett
Publisher :
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 20,97 MB
Release : 2009-01-01
Category : Navigation
ISBN : 9781906435080
Author : Chris Slade
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 24,75 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Navigation
ISBN : 9781905104185
These RYA navigation exercises have been designed and written to help improve seamanship and navigatio skills, and to complement the RYA Day Skipper and Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore shorebased courses.
Author : Royal Yachting Association
Publisher : Royal Yachting Association
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 23,44 MB
Release : 2018-10-30
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN :
RYA An Introduction to Navigation is the latest in the RYA’s popular Navigation series. The book guides the reader through the basic steps of navigation so that they can learn to navigate successfully. It is therefore an absolute must for everybody, whether studying for the RYA Essential Navigation and Seamanship, or merely looking to refresh their knowledge. Chapters include: The purpose of navigation Measuring direction and distance Tides and buoys Pilotage and passage planning. Written by Melanie Bartlett, renowned marine journalist and author of RYA Navigation Handbook, RYA VHF Handbook and RYA Astro Navigation Handbook. This book takes advantage of Google's accessibility features (https://support.google.com/accessibility/android/answer/6006564?hl=en-GB).
Author : Royal Yachting Association
Publisher : Royal Yachting Association
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 26,51 MB
Release : 2018-09-28
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN :
The International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS/IRPCS) are vital for maritime safety as you must be able to identify vessels during the day by their special shapes, and at night time by their lights, as well as understanding both your obligations and those of other vessels as you interact with one another. This new edition provides a clear and authoritative explanation of each regulation. Illustrations have been enhanced and it will help any seafarer understand their responsibilities, meaning that everybody at sea will be safer. Contents: • Foreword • Introduction • Who, Where, When? • Assessing the Risk • Narrow Channels and Separation Schemes • Who Gives Way? • Fog! • Lights and Shapes • Sound and Light Signals • The Small Print • Key Points In response to feedback, this new edition has been restructured to lead customers through the regulations by rule order, split into themes (i.e. restricted visibility) with a view to helping readers quickly reference the content. This book takes advantage of Google's accessibility features (https://support.google.com/accessibility/android/answer/6006564?hl=en-GB).
Author : Sara Hopkinson
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 22,56 MB
Release : 2010-01-31
Category : Sailing
ISBN : 9781905104949
Author : Royal Yachting Association
Publisher : Royal Yachting Association
Page : 463 pages
File Size : 42,30 MB
Release : 2019-07-15
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN :
If you are doing an RYA course or are simply seeking to gain a greater understanding of the weather, this edition of the RYA Weather Handbook (which covers the Northern and Southern Hemispheres) is full of practical and useful information, on aspects such as theory, weather charts, clouds, predicting the wind, and the technology used in sourcing meteorological information. This edition provides more information than ever before about where to obtain forecasts, the growing use of technology in forecasting weather and obtaining up-to-date information and in particular monitoring the tell-tale signs around you for any indication that the weather may not be doing what was forecast. The areas that have been substantially updated and enhanced with additional content are: Tropical weather (hurricanes, cyclones and sailing in the tropics) Climate change New technology The illustrations have also been completely modernised and the look and feel of the layout has benefitted from an overall redesign, making even the most complicated subject easily understandable. This book takes advantage of Google's accessibility features (https://support.google.com/accessibility/android/answer/6006564?hl=en-GB).
Author : Melanie Bartlett
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 21,27 MB
Release : 2013-05-29
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1408156059
The Adlard Coles Book of Navigation is the perfect reference for anyone following an RYA navigation course, from Day Skipper through to Yachtmaster Offshore and for any seafarer requiring a knowledge of navigation. This highly practical book explains everything the reader needs to know to navigate a yacht or motorboat from one port to another safely and accurately. Using clear diagrams, worked examples and colour photographs throughout, Tim Bartlett explains each stage of navigation, including electronic navigation. 'Excellent bestselling reference...you should be able to do it once you've read this!' Kelvin Hughes ''Particularly useful for readers with little navigational experience...will also appeal to anyone studying for navigational qualifications.' The Nautical Magazine 'A must-have for any coastal and offshore yachtsman.' Yachting Monthly
Author : Royal Yachting Association
Publisher : Royal Yachting Association, Jon Mendez
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 41,80 MB
Release : 2018-12-03
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN :
The RYA Day Skipper Handbook Motor eBook is the digital companion to the RYA Motor Cruising Day Skipper Course, continuing the RYA practical series of books that accompany the courses. The new Day Skipper Handbook Motor covers the elements of the course in simple illustrated steps. It is ideal as the practical guide to aid students on the course, or just as a stand-alone book to guide you through the practical elements of motor boating. Chapters include: Pilotage Navigation Boat Work Boat Handling Marinas Cruising at Speed Anchoring The eBook is written by Jon Mendez, the RYA’s former Chief Motor and Powerboating Instructor and an acknowledged expert on the subject. Accessibility Screen Reader Friendly: Yes Accessibility Summary: This publication conforms to WCAG 2.0 Level AA. Long descriptions are present. Accessibility Features: Images have alternate text Images have long descriptions Book has table of contents Book has print-equivalent page numbers Accessibility Hazards: None Accessibility Conformance: WCAG 2.0 AA Self-Certified by: Royal Yachting Association Reviews This is the official RYA book for anyone considering the RYA Day Skipper Certificate…RYA publications invariably attain very high levels of excellence, from the quality of the text to the graphics and sketches. This one maintains those levels. Sailing for Southern Africa, August 2015 Typical of RYA Publications, the pages are filled with helpful illustrations to help the reader picture every technique and procedure taught... All At Sea, December 2010
Author :
Publisher :
Page : 110 pages
File Size : 23,80 MB
Release : 2014-04-30
Category :
ISBN : 9781906435905
