This book will teach you to be a good skipper. As a result your cruising will be safer, more efficient and more enjoyable. "Cruising" is divided into three parts: preparation, handling the boat and passage making.PART ONE: THE ROLE OF THE SKIPPERManaging the boat and crewEmergenciesWeather forecasting
PART TWO: HANDLING THE BOATHandling under sail and powerBerthing and anchoring
PART THREE: MAKING A PASSAGEPlanningNavigation & pilotageHeavy weather.
"Key facts for the RYA Day Skipper and Coastal Skipper practical courses and the Yachtmaster practical exam."
