Chapman Piloting & Seamanship 67th Edition

More than ever boaters need a single comprehensive reference that combines the best traditions of seamanship with cutting-edge practices gear and technology. Thats why for nearly a century Chapman Piloting & Seamanship has remained the most respected and widely used guide for boating under power and sail. No other book on the subject is more current or complete. This 67th revised edition is not only fully updated it is also enhanced in fundamental ways. Key additions include a new chapter on inboard diesel and gasoline engines; how-to maintenance information for outboard sterndrive and inboard engines; a complete integration of the tools and techniques of electronic navigation (GPS chartplotters and radar) with Chapmans unsurpassed treatment of traditional chart-and-compass piloting skills; improved coverage of sailing theory and sail-handling systems; updated techniques for rescuing a person overboard and administering CPR; and the latest information on new anchor designs safety gear rope hardware and communications. Youll also find information about weather tides aids to navigation and more including: Explanations of the laws regulations fees and equipment requirements governing the nations waterways. No other book is more current than Chapman in this regard 1 500 all-color photos charts and drawings Updated references for government publications registration and safety information and more both in print and online Anyone who sets forth on the water needs this indispensable volume.