From the Book - 69th edition.
Further aspects of boating
From the Book - 68th edition.
The tradition of Chapman piloting & seamanship
Boating essentials. Nautical terms ; Boating laws & regulations ; Equipment for boats ; Navigation rules: lights & day shapes ; Navigation rules: right-of-way & sound signals
Seamanship. Seamanship under power ; Small boat seamanship ; Seamanship under sail ; Anchoring ; Special seamanship techniques
Safety. Safety afloat ; Emergencies underway
Piloting. The mariner's compass ; Aids to navigation ; Nautical charts & publications ; Basic piloting and navigation tools & procedures ; Tides & currents ; Position determination
Onboard systems. Electrical systems ; Communications ; Marine engines
Further aspects of boating. Inland boating ; Marlinespike seamanship ; Weather ; Boating customs
Appendices. Chart, cruising & safety information sources ; Associations & organizations ; USCG district offices ; Metric system ; Abbreviations & acronyms ; Glossary of selected terms.
