The time when every vessel going to sea made use of three-strand rope has gone. Splicing that type of rope and cord is relatively straightforward. Nowadays the most common type of rope used on board y
This pocket-sized guide is a quick reference for all seafarers to the essential navigational lights, shapes, and seamarks which abound off the coastline all over the world.Laid out simply & clearly fo
This pocket-sized guide will equip sailors with the knowledge to read and predict the weather.Weather determines when we sail, where we sail to and whether we arrive safely. This essential pocket-size
Packed full of boating facts, information and exciting activities, this book for young sailors aged roughly between 6 and 12 offers hours of enjoyment on the water or at home.This sailing activity book is brimming with ideas and information for young sailors to inspire them to discover, explore and learn about sailing and boats. The book’s central character, Sailor Taylor, takes children on an enjoyable sailing excursion: from charting a course to tying knots and studying clouds, as well as completing projects and puzzles. It covers staying safe when you’re out on the water and teaches young sailors about sailing rules, facts about parts of the boats and navigation. It will show children how to plot a sailing route, make a paper boat and a wind vane, design their own flag, cook a new on-board recipe, know which way the wind is blowing and much, much more. There activities are combined with lots of sailing facts and information told in a fun, easy-to-understand way.There are plenty of q
