Boating Handbook: All You Need to Know for Life on the Water

A great guide to all aspects of life on-board a boat. Whether you're sailing on the open sea, having fun on a lake, or cruising down a river, you'll find plenty of advice, techniques, tips, skills, things to do, and recipes to make to keep you informed and entertained. Simple and Concise enough for beginners, it's also a valuable sourcebook of essential information for seasoned sailors. Plus, the unique zipper enclosure and splash-proof plastic cover make it as rugged as you are.

Everything you need is in this handy guide, so if you're going boating, sailing, canoeing, or rafting, don't leave home without it!

• How to get started: from choosing your vessel to understanding basic boating techniques
• Safety on the water: making sense of maps and navigation, forecasting the weather, and more
• Family, group, and solo: how to be secure and have fun, no matter who's on-board
• Galley Cuisine: the challenge of cooking on-bard boats, and several delicious recipes to try out
• Plus, everything else you'll need to know: fun activities for everybody, troubleshooting problems, extra references for boat maintenance, and more