|
|||||||
|
|
|||||||
| Books | |||||||
The Sailing Mystique |
|
|||||||
|
|
|||||||
| Books | |||||||
The Sailing Mystique |
The Sailor's
Weather Guide An alarming number of boating accidents are caused by ignorance of and failure to prepare for bad weather. This book tells the amateur exactly where to get the latest weather information and how to interpret and use it. Part I deals with the collection and distribution of weather information. Part II covers several matters the small boat sailor should be aware of in dealing with the weather, such as maintaining a good weather watch on the vessel, being aware of the different seasonal weather patterns in various areas, etc. Part III explains the basic mechanics of weather systems, how they form, move and dissipate.
From the contents: Sources and distribution of weather information; Public access to weather reports; Onboard instruments; Weather in the major areas of North America; Fog; Weather and the oceans; Inland freshwater lakes and rivers; Clouds; Air masses and weather fronts; Storms.
"...an excellent handbook ...There are many helpful tips on how to predict and deal with fog and storms" -- John Rousmanere
285 pp. 150 halftones, line drawings, maps. 1995 0924486910 paper
Online Marine Price $19.95 Buy Now
| Back
| Books | Book Index | Return
to Shopping
| Modify Cart
| Checkout
How to Order | Home Call
1-888-933-BOAT (2628) to Order |
