Sailing Directions for the South & West Coasts of Ireland has been edited by Norman Kean & compiled from information gathered by members of the Irish Cruising Club, supplemented by the contributions of many others who sail, live & work around the coast of Irel&. The cruising guide features 152 colour plans (50 new), 170 aerial & 210 sea levels colour photographs, & the text has been fully revised in respect of navigational aids, facilities & shore-side amenities. Chapters cover Rosslare to Cork Harbour, Cork Harbour to Crookhaven, Dunmanus Bay & Bantry Bay, Dursey Sound to Cahersiveen, Valentia to the Shannon, Loop Head to Slyne Head, Slyne Head to Erris Head & Erris Head to Bloody Foreland. Appendices cover charts & admiralty publications, customs & immigration requirements, maritime safety information, tidal streams, table of distances, abbreviations & an Irish language glossary. ...

High adventure on a small budget
- this is Charles Stock`s philosophy as he cruises his midget 16 -foot gaff-rigged sailing cruiser
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Sailing for Kids is aimed at children aged 8-15 who are taking their first steps into the fantastic world of sailing. Packed full of colour photographs & diagrams, this straightforward & easy-to-understand guide is the perfect introduction to the sport. It is based on the Optimist dinghy, which is the most popular children`s sailing dinghy worldwide, & endorsed by the UK Optimist Class Association. Topics covered include what to wear, setting up the boat, sailing & safety. For those who want to go further, there are also tips on sailing faster & preparing to race. ...

This comprehensive guide to the world of chartering, compiled by Rod Heikell, shares the breadth of his knowledge & experience, recommending types of charter, best types of boat, as well as essential information about the world`s cruising areas. Taking a practical approach, he explains everything prospective charterers need to know before setting sail: visas required, healthcare, money, & what to expect from foreign harbours & anchorages. At the heart of the book is a country by country round-up of charter areas around the world with pros & cons, best times to go, wind & sea conditions, harbours & anchorages, eating out, safety, documentation requirements & getting there. Each area is illustrated with a map & colour photos. This unique guide is a must-have reference for charterers the world over, & a mouth-watering appetiser for those dreaming about where they would like to sail in the future. ...

Under Canadian Pacific's red-&-white-checkered flag, the company's founders, George Stephen & William C. Van Horne, created a rail-sea service from Liverpool to Hong Kong. Boasting sternwheelers, Great Lakes bulk carriers, ferries, & luxurious ocean-going liner leviathans, the Canadian Pacific shipping line sailed around the globe. In both world wars the entire fleet served gallantly as Allied troop carriers. After the Second World War, the company staved off the realities of the jet age for as long as it could, replacing liners with container ships, until what was left of the legendary maritime operation was sold off in 2005. With a witty & informative style, author Peter Pigott evokes not only the nostalgic heyday of ocean travel but reveals a slice of almost-forgotten Canadiana. From the stifling steerage quarters of immigrant ships to the elegant drawing rooms of nautical titans such as the ill-fated Empress of Ireland & the Empress of Asia, from U-boat-haunted convoys to container ships, shore dwellers & old salts alike will be delighted with Sailing Seven Seas. ...

Learn the essentials of sailing & seamanship from one of the world`s premier boating organizations Since 1978, Sailing Skills & Seamanship has been the required manual for students in the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary`s esteemed sail-training programs. Now this exclusive handbok is available for the first time to every beginning & intermediate sailor. It is your thorough introduction to recreational sailing`s fundamentals, from choosing the right sailboat to knowing the rules of the nautical road & everything in between. Discover the answers to all your questions on: Essential equipment, both required & recommended Docking & anchoring Sailing fundamentals Tuning your sailboat`s rigging for best performance Knots, splices, & line handling Operating & maintaining outboard or inboard engines Navigation & the rules of the nautical road Boat handling & seamanship on coastal & inland waters Trailering a sailboat Marine weather & marine communications & much more! Approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA), with chapter review questions & answers, Sailing Skills & Seamanship is the ideal study & reference guide for honing your sailing skills & expanding your seamanship knowledge. ...

Robin Knox-Johnston said it could be suicidal. The head of the Royal Yachting Association told him not to go. Mike Perham ignored them & in August 2009, at the age of just 17 years, 5 months & 11 days, became the youngest person to have sailed solo around the world. ” Sailing the Dream” tells the story of that amazing voyage, a 9-month odyssey full of technical & navigational challenges that would stump sailors twice Mike`s age. His yacht Totally Money.com was knocked over, battered by the oceans & repeatedly damaged, but Mike battled on, at times surfing down 50-foot waves in 50-knot winds at speeds of up to 28 knots. Despite these conditions, sleep deprivation & extreme physical exhaustion, Mike`s positive attitude continually shines through. Through all the adventures on the high seas, Mike also talks about the team behind his trips, both when sailing round the world & across the Atlantic at the age of 14, & the stresses & sacrifices involved for his family & friends. His is an inspirational as well as thrilling story, & one for all the ages. ...

Robin Knox-Johnston said it could be suicidal. The head of the Royal Yachting Association told him not to go. Mike Perham ignored them & in August 2009, at the age of just 17 years, 5 months & 11 days, became the youngest person to have sailed solo around the world. Sailing the Dream tells the story of that amazing voyage, a nine-month odyssey full of technical & navigational challenges that would stump sailors twice Mike's age. His yacht Totally Money.com was knocked over, battered by the oceans & repeatedly damaged, but Mike battled on, at times surfing down 50-foot waves in 50-knot winds at speeds of up to 28 knots. Despite these conditions, sleep deprivation & extreme physical exhaustion, Mike's positive attitude continually shines through. Through all the adventures on the high seas, Mike also talks about the team behind his trips, both when sailing round the world & across the Atlantic at the age of 14, & the stresses & sacrifices involved for his family & friends. His is an inspirational as well as thrilling story, & one for all the ages. ...

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Tom shares a collection of his most entertaining, outspoken & instructive writing. Sailing, Yachts & Yarns is a selection of his funniest, wisest & most thought-provoking writing from the pages of Yachting Monthly. Tom`s regular column for this premier sailing magazine gives him free reign to explore a wide range of topics. His love of language & sense of humour shine through as he recalls the wealth of sinners & saints he has met on docksides from Southampton to South America, Greenwich to Greenland & Newtown to New York. Tom has a gift for capturing the magic of sail & finding pearls of practical wisdom in the most unlikely nautical adventures. He is also a great champion for all those who love the freedom of the seas & refuses to mince his words as he stands up to the bullies & bureaucrats that might clog the water with rules & red tape. Sailing, Yachts & Yarns is a lively miscellany of wit, wisdom & wonder. It will make you laugh & make you think
- & make you want to cast off to enjoy the delights of life afloat. Tom Cunliffe is a worldwide authority on sailing instruction & an expert on traditional craft. He is the author of more than 25 books & writes for Yachting Monthly, Yachting World & SAIL magazines.
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