Hard Aground . . . Again
Noah had a hundred years to plan his first cruise and he still ran aground at the end of the passage. The Apostle Paul dreamed of harbor-hopping the coast of Italy but wrecked on a reef and had to swim ashore. Even the great and powerful Moses got stuck in the weeds of the Nile.Running aground is nothing to be ashamed of, but staying stuck is. In Hard Aground . . . Again, boating columnist Eddie Jones turns his unique way of looking at the sailing lifestyle towards family, God, and serving others. For anyone who feels their hopes have been sitting high and dry or their dreams are all washed up, these brief meditations will help turn the tide.With over 32 humorous essays, this book brings spiritual insight and humor into the trials and disappointments of boating, relationships and living in general. Hard Aground... Again is about getting your life unstuck and your dreams soaring again."A satisfying large dose of Eddie's down-to-earth humor... along with a goodly supply of advice-some of it actually useful!" - Ted Brewer
The Swim Mastery Way
In this ground-breaking book, "The SwimMastery Way: Freestyle," you will dive into the depths of effective freestyle swimming with this comprehensive guide designed for swimmers, coaches, marathon swimmers, and competitive athletes by understanding the crucial role of joint mechanics and body connection.Whether a novice or an experienced swimmer, this book provides a unique approach to learning and improving your freestyle technique.Author and long-time swimming instructor Tracey delves into the core principles of neuroscience, biomechanics, and physics to unlock the secrets of efficient freestyle swimming.Extensive experience and interaction with thousands of swimmers provide valuable insights and practical exercises to help you feel the water and position your body for effortless, injury-free swimming.Through a blend of practical exercises both in and out of the water, the book provides a roadmap for readers to elevate their swimming skills independently.Whether you're aiming to enhance your swimming prowess, prevent injuries, or simply enjoy the pure pleasure of swimming, this book is a must-read for anyone looking to refine their freestyle technique and achieve mastery in the water.
Teaching Adults How To Swim
Unlock the art of adult swimming instruction with 'Teaching Adults How to Swim.' This indispensable guide will make you rethink your approach to adult swimming lessons. It will equip you with effective strategies, tried-and-true lesson plans, and practical exercises to help your adult learners overcome their unique challenges. Dive into this ocean of knowledge and come out with a clear understanding of the common barriers adults face when learning to swim, as well as proven tips on how to help them conquer their fears. From a fear of water to body consciousness, this book covers it all. 'Teaching Adults How to Swim' is not just a book; it's your companion on the journey to becoming an effective and empathetic swimming teacher. Discover the transformation in your teaching methods, and relish the satisfaction of your learners' progress. Enhance your instruction skills, streamline your lessons, and empower your adult learners to dive into the waters fearlessly. Whether you are a novice swimming teacher or a seasoned professional, 'Teaching Adults How to Swim' is the essential resource you didn't know you needed. So why wait? Dive in and make a splash with your adult swimming lessons!"
Visual Aids For Inclusive Aquatic Education 100+ Swimming Flash Cards
Are you ready to take your swimming teaching to a whole new level Our booklet of 106 vibrant picture prompt cards for you to CUT OUT, PERSONALIZE AND LAMINATE and take with you to swimming lessons.This booklet is your ultimate tool for creating visual timetables and schedules for swimming classes, empowering swimmers of all abilities.Swim instructors, parents, and caregivers take note! These visual cue cards are more than just teaching aids - they're essential resources for enhancing communication and understanding, especially for individuals with special needs or those on the autism spectrum.Each Book Includes: 50+ learn-to-swim prompts, 10 pool rules visuals, 10 swimming gear visuals, 8 water-based activities, andVariety of visuals for creating first-then boards and getting ready routines.You can even personalize each card to maximize their effectiveness and empower your learners to navigate the waters with confidence.Cut out, personalize, and laminate each of the beautifully illustrated visual prompts to create your own customized swimming PECS tailored to your learners' needs.From frequent inquiries about upcoming activities to struggles with verbal instructions, these cue cards address a range of challenges faced by swimmers and swimming teachers.Don't let communication barriers hold your swimmers back!!
Narrowboating for Novices
John and Annie Henshaw took their first narrowboat holiday in 2002 and in Narrowboating for Novices they've shared all the knowledge they've acquired over the years - and which they wish they'd had when they were just beginning! Invaluable for both the complete newcomer and those with limited experience of narrowboating, Narrowboating for Novices is a combination of guide book and instruction manual, which will help you to: choose which canal to explore (they're not all the same!)find the best maps and guidesdiscover interesting places to visit near the canalpack everything that's necessary for the trip (and leave out things that aren't)become confident in steering the boat, turning it around & mooring itnegotiate bends, bridges & tunnelswork locks efficiently, confidently & safelyIn Narrowboating for Novices you will find: An instruction-manual section, written in a clear, readable and often humorous way, explaining everything you need to know in order to have an enjoyable and safe narrowboat holiday and including anecdotes of the authors' own experiences on the canals.Descriptions of thirty nine canals, their course, locks and tunnels, and their ease or difficulty of navigationDescriptions of places of note that can be seen from each canal (such as interesting buildings, sculptures and unusual locks, bridges and aqueducts)Descriptions of interesting places to visit - including historic houses, heritage railways, nature reserves, wildlife centres, museums, ancient churches, theme parks and much more - each with address, website and an estimate of how long it will take to walk there from the canalFifty four sketch maps which show the courses of the canals, together with the locations of notable flights of locks, aqueducts, tunnels and places to visit.If you're new to narrowboating or have limited experience of the canals, this is the book for you.
Ghost Wave
A remarkable story that will appeal to those who ride a board and those who have never set foot in the water alike.' NEWCASTLE HERALDIn GHOST WAVE, Chris Dixon dives deep into the fascinating history of Cortes Bank and the motley brotherhood of argumentative, damaged, brave and quirky margin walkers who discovered and scaled the tallest mountain in the sea. Along the way, he'll show how these pioneering wave-addicts changed our very understanding of the science of surfing, while giving sea-level credence to environmentalists' fears that the weather is indeed going haywire.GHOST WAVE is the result of extensive interviews not only with these surfers and those close to them, but also with psychologists who provide insights into their strange addiction to deadly waves. Dixon draws on the knowledge of oceanographers and meteorologists as well as emulating his own experience as a lifelong surfer.'The object of my obsession for the past few years has been a sunken island 100 miles off the southern California coast called the Cortes Bank. On just the right swells, in just the right conditions, the three foot deep summit of this mile-high mountaintop produces the biggest surfable wave on the face of the earth ...'
Competitive Diving
This is everything you wanted to know about competitive diving from its history to program development. Hobie explains in detail how to start and improve any diving program. The evaluation of a program from how to select divers with talent, coaches with appropriate skills, facilities, teaching aids, and most important how to apply physics principles to learn and execute dives. Coaching, judging, communicating along with safety awareness are all covered. This timeless never out-of-date quality information every coach, diver, or judge must read to improve performance in less time. Get it today for your personal library or school.
Understanding Marine Diesels
From John C. Payne, one of the foremost international authorities on marine electrical systems and electronics, comes an easy-to-understand yet thorough treatment of marine diesel engines and the technical issues facing every boat owner. Concise, compact, and fully illustrated for easy reference, Understanding Marine Diesels: 2nd Edition has been fully revised throughout. This guide offers a comprehensive coverage of marine diesel engine parts and what they do, checklists for regular engine care and maintenance as well as troubleshooting, and an overview of electrical systems. Text and illustrations address the following major topics: Basic diesel theoryFuel system maintenanceThe function of filtersHow to keep the engine coolHow to inspect a water pump impellerThe function of oil lubricationEngine operation and maintenanceEngine instrumentation systems
MIDDLE FORK of the KOYUKUK RIVER
Henry and Parker canoe the Middle Fork of the Koyukuk River in the Gates of the Arctic National Park above the Arctic Circle in Alaska.
100 Miles on the Missouri River
A 100 mile canoe trip on the Missouri River through the Missouri Breaks from Virgelle to Kipps Recreation Area in Montana.
Altamaha River User’s Guide
In the Altamaha River User's Guide, both novice and experienced water sports enthusiasts will find all the information required to enjoy the full length of the 137-mile river formed at the confluence of the Oconee and Ocmulgee Rivers east of Lumber City, Georgia, as well as its major tributary, the Ohoopee, which winds some 120 miles through south-central Georgia. The drainage basin of the largest river in Georgia is about 14,000 square miles in size, qualifying it among the larger river basins of the U.S. Atlantic coast. At least 120 species of rare or endangered plants and animals live in the Altamaha River watershed, including 18 species of freshwater mussels, 7 of which are endemic to the Altamaha. The river basin is also home to federally protected Atlantic and shortnose sturgeons and supports the only known example of old-growth longleaf pine and black oak forest in the United States. The unusual Franklin tree (Franklinia altamaha), now extinct in the wild, was found by British naturalist John Bartram along the Altamaha in 1765. Because of its rich biodiversity, the Altamaha is often referred to as Georgia's Little Amazon. The river passes through sparsely populated land, with Brunswick, Savannah, and Jesup being the largest nearby cities, yet owing to its importance in the history of Georgia--from the first settlements at Darien through the steamboat era of the late 1800s and early 1900s--the river holds a special place in the state's cultural history. Indeed, its headwater streams stretch all the way to metro Atlanta and Athens. In tandem with the already published Oconee and Ocmulgee River User's Guides, the publication of the Altamaha River User's Guide completes UGA Press's documentation of Georgia's largest river system. Author Joe Cook includes detailed maps, put-in and takeout suggestions, fishing and camping locations, mile-by-mile points of interest, and an illustrated guide to the animals and plants commonly seen in and around the river. Day-trippers will enjoy the guide's fascinating description of the cultural and natural heritage of this richly diverse waterway. FEATURES: an introduction and overview of the river chapters describing each river section, with detailed maps and notes on river access and points of interest a compact natural history guide featuring species of interest notes on safety and boating etiquette a fishing primer notes on organizations working to protect the river
The Exuma Guide
This is the new 4th Edition of The Exuma Guide, a cruising guide for all of the Exuma Cays, including the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park. It includes every harbor, cove, pass, and anchorage as well as every major reef and sand bank throughout the entire island chain. Features new full-color charts showing latitude, longitude, and distance along with aerial photos, and additional aids to navigation. With full-color aerial harbor photos and full-color sketch charts, it contains extremely accurate hydrographic data based on personally conducted independent surveys by the author. The Exuma Guide 4th ed. also includes extensive navigational instructions, GPS waypoints, approaches and routes, anchorages, services, dive sites, history, basic information for cruising in the Exumas, extensive appendices, index, bibliography, and more. Features: New Completely Updated Fourth Edition of this Pavlidis Guide! Full-color Aerial Photos, All Original Charts Based on Perso.nal Surveys Conducted by the Author, Extensive Navigational Instructions, and GPS Waypoints. Coverage Area: Allan's Cay Highborne Cay Norman's Cay Exuma Park Sampson Cay Staniel Cay Black Point Little Farmer's Cay George Town Lee Stocking Island.
Everybody Has a Sunfish Story
A high school graduation present becomes the source of fifty years of adventures, connections, and friendships. A collection of romantic, funny, and heartfelt stories from friends and family who set sail on a Sunfish.
The Rangeley and Its Region
The Rangeley and Its Region tells how entwined the boat, people, lakes, town, and economy became over a century. This engaging story includes native voices and historical photographs, and touches on sportfishing, rod-building, fly-tying, boatbuilding, guiding, and the summer culture of a remote and treasured town.
Marine Electrical and Electronics Bible
The completely revised, expanded, and updated 4th edition of the world's most comprehensive electrical and electronics handbook for sailors. This useful and thoroughly practical guide explains in detail how to select, install, maintain, and troubleshoot all of the electrical and electronic systems on a boat, and is fully illustrated with hundreds of informative charts, wiring diagrams, and graphs.
Hunt's Yachting Magazine; Volume 1
This magazine is a comprehensive guide to all aspects of yachting, including sailing techniques, boat maintenance, racing, navigation, and safety. It features articles by leading experts in the field and beautiful photographs of yachts and sailing scenes from around the world. This magazine is a must-read for anyone passionate about yachting and the boating lifestyle.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Constitution, By-Laws, Sailing Regulations, [Etc.]
This handbook outlines the rules and regulations governing the Beverly Yacht Club, one of the oldest and most prestigious yacht clubs in the United States. The handbook covers topics such as membership requirements, sailing regulations, and the organization of club events. Whether you are an experienced sailor or simply interested in learning more about the world of yacht clubs, this handbook is an essential guide.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Altitude, Azimuth, And Line Of Position Comprising Tables For Working Sight Of Heavenly Body For Line Of Position By The Cosine-haversine Formula, Marcq Saint Hilaire Method And Also Aquino's Altitude
This book is a must-have for anyone interested in celestial navigation. It provides readers with comprehensive tables and formulas for working with altitude, azimuth, and line of position. It is an indispensable resource for sailors, navigators, and amateur astronomers alike, and is sure to be an appreciated addition to anyone's library.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Mediterranean Pilot
A nautical guide to the Mediterranean Sea, published by the United States Hydrographic Office. Filled with detailed charts, maps, and navigational information, this volume was an essential resource for sailors and seafarers in the early 20th century.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
United States Coast Pilot. Atlantic Coast. Part V.
Get the inside scoop on navigating the treacherous waters of the Atlantic Coast with this authoritative guide from the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey. With detailed charts, maps, and commentary on ports of call from New York to Chesapeake Bay, this book is a must-have for sailors and boaters of all levels.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Corinthian Yacht Club, of New York
Corinthian Yacht Club of New York is a beautifully illustrated volume that celebrates the history and traditions of this iconic institution. From its founding in the 19th century to its present-day status as one of the premier yacht clubs in America, this book is a must-read for sailing enthusiasts and history buffs alike.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
A Yachtsman's Scrap Book
This volume is part memoir, part instructional guide for aspiring yachtsmen. With humor and insight, Loubat regales readers with tales of his adventures on the high seas and shares practical advice for those looking to take up yacht racing themselves.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Sailboat Classes of North America; Two Hundred Racers, Cruisers, and Catamarans in Stories and Pictures
This beautifully illustrated guide to sailboat classes in North America provides a comprehensive overview of two hundred different types of boats, from racers to cruisers to catamarans. Including detailed descriptions, illustrations, and stories of these unique vessels, this book is a must-have for any sailing enthusiast.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Sailboat Classes of North America; Two Hundred Racers, Cruisers, and Catamarans in Stories and Pictures
This beautifully illustrated guide to sailboat classes in North America provides a comprehensive overview of two hundred different types of boats, from racers to cruisers to catamarans. Including detailed descriptions, illustrations, and stories of these unique vessels, this book is a must-have for any sailing enthusiast.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Commercial Diver Training Manual, 7th Edition
"The 7th Edition of the Commercial Diver Training Manual continues to fill the gap betweenlearning through field experience and learning through entry-level commercial diver training. Our commercial diving students and graduates have been well served since 2016 by theauthor's meticulous and thorough approach to making vast field experiences and safety comealive in the 6 th Edition, and once again in this revised 7th edition. It continues to be a leadingtextbook in our training, due to its technical accuracy, current content, photos, andillustrations.Safety and efficiency are pinnacle traits that any successful working diver must learn in theirtraining and constantly apply in the field. Safety is not a simply a rule book, it is a state ofmind. Hal Lomax's approach to this and sharing his knowledge with all levels of divers has made our industry safer and advanced it entirely.At the very core of commercial diver training are two essential objectives: Going up and downin the water column safely and performing useful and effective work underwater. This textbookcontinues to provide both objectives into a current and well written resource for the entireindustry. It remains a must for anyone's library involved in commercial diving."Don Barthelmess, Professor Emeritus, Santa Barbara City College Marine Diving Technology DepartmentIn this newly updated 7th edition of his Commercial Diver Training Manual, Hal Lomax has onceagain demonstrated his attention to detail and continued desire to make a maximumcontribution to the education and safety of the commercial diver and the commercial divingindustry.Those "old salts" and "young studs" involved in commercial diving can only benefit from thelessons contained in this manual; lessons learned the hard way from a man who is truly thedivers' friend. Hal continues his personal participation in our industry both topside and in thewater. He continues to train (and retrain) both young and old divers. He knows the ins and outsas well as the fears and the exuberance of diving into the waters of our planet and, mostimportantly, knows and writes down the guidelines necessary to promote and retain safecommercial diving operations. In this manual he offers up tables, regulatory information, andindustry practice. A responsible diving contractor should necessarily know the contents of thisimportant work of dedication and should ensure that divers under his employ study and followthis importance guidance.To follow the guidance furnished in this important work will contribute to keeping you, thediver, and you the employer, out of harm's way. In doing so, you will set an example for thosewith whom you work or employ. The waters where underwater operations take place are, andwill remain, safe and welcoming as long as you plan the dive, work the plan, and continue tobecome
The Boy’s Own Book Of Boats
First published in 1873, this book is a comprehensive guide to all types of boats and sailing vessels. It includes detailed descriptions and illustrations of each type, along with information on rigging, sailing, and maintenance. An essential resource for anyone interested in sailing or nautical history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Rules for Yachts
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the rules and regulations governing yacht design and construction with this essential reference guide. From safety standards to specifications for materials and equipment, this book is an indispensable resource for yacht builders and enthusiasts alike.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
"Oars and Sculls," and How to Use Them
A comprehensive guide to rowing and sculling, covering equipment, technique, and training methods. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned oarsman, this book has something for you.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Diving Science...Revisited
Diving Science...Revisited is like no other diving text, including its predecessor, Diving Science. Amplified with figures, tables, and photos in color, this book includes four unique and innovative parts amplified by nine contributors.Medical problems of diving (MPD) are discussed from stimulus-response perspectives in the phase of a dive in which they are likely to occur.MPD are explained by how they affect the human diver whether physical, physiological, psychological, and/or lack of awareness.A variety of diving types and situations from breath-hold to rebreather, from children to women to older aged adults, from cold water to cave, and from deep altitude to diving with handicaps are described in individual chapters with their merits, hazards, and necessary precautions for safe diving.Part IV contains a concise summary of the MPD from seven different perspectives ranging from the significance of the problem to when to return to diving.Part V consists of a rhetorical question for each of the first four parts with bullet points that recap the subjects covered in each chapter.This book describes the positive as well as undesirable ways divers' interact with the aquatic environment. It is especially recommended for the following: Diving instructors and supervisorsThose involved with clinical applications of hyperbaric oxygen therapyThose engaged in diving-associated marine biology and underwater missionsAll divers, whether novice or advanced, who want to advance their knowledge about the science and medical challenges of diving.
The Sail-maker's Common Place Book, Or, The Practical Construction Of Jibs For ... All Classes Of Vessels
This comprehensive guide to sail-making provides detailed instructions for constructing jibs for vessels of all sizes and types. Author W. Cuthbert Dyce draws on his extensive experience in the field to provide practical advice and useful tips for both beginners and experienced sail-makers. This is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in sailing or boat-building.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Sailing Directions For Puerto Rico And The Virgin Islands, Compiled From Recent Surveys
This guidebook is an essential resource for anyone navigating the waters around Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. It provides detailed information on the geography, currents, and hazards of the region, as well as instructions for safe passage through the various channels and straits.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Paddling the Jersey Pine Barrens, Sixth Edition
This updated guide provides everything a paddler needs to know to have fun canoeing or kayaking through the unique ecosystem of the Jersey Pine Barrens.
The Spine of the Arctic
This book describes a solo Arctic Canoe Expedition completed through Alaska's Brooks Range from June 30--August 19, 1985. It covered 650-miles and took 51 days. I traveled through extensive parts of Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve and the Noatak Preserve. I started the journey at the oil pipeline haul road (Dalton Highway) just south of Coldfoot and above the Arctic Circle where I got on the Middle Fork of the Koyukuk River. I floated down this to the town of Bettles. Form Bettles, I went on to the mouth of the John River. I headed up the John River then turned up the Malamute Fork of the John, portaged to the East Fork of Henshaw Creek, and after three days of misery, I reach the Malamute Fork of the Alatna River. This took me to the Alatna River proper. I pushed up this river for almost 200 miles to its headwater lakes near the Continental Divide. I crossed the divide at Survey Pass and then moved down the North Slope on the Nigu River, part of the Colville River drainage. I floated down this for about 30 miles then portaged to Etivlik Lake. After paddling across this, I portaged over another divide into Noatak National Preserve and to the headwaters of Flora Creek. After a long struggle with the creek's shallow water and rocky bed (it completely dried up at one point), I reached the Aniuk River. This flowed into the Noatak River. I floated the Noatak River to the Chukchi Sea and crossed a ten-mile stretch of open ocean to reach the Baldwin Peninsula and the end of the trip at Kotzebue, Alaska.
100 FOOT WAVE The Official Book
An exciting and entertaining new book, 100 Foot Wave: Kingdom of Hawaii, has recently been made available, enabling all surfing fanatics and landlubbers alike to climb into the psyche of death-defying giant wave riders and their relentless ambition to surf the largest waves Earth's oceans can spawn.Authored by twin brothers Milton and Michael Willis, themselves balls-to-the-wall giant wave riders, 100 Foot Wave: Kingdom of Hawaii, delves deep into what drives men to risk their lives for the thrill of surfing perhaps the largest waves ever attempted.Chapter by thrilling chapter, the Willis Bros take you through not only their personal development in becoming giant wave riders, they cover the history, culture and unique art of those that embrace this extreme sport, as well as big wave surfing legends Laird Hamilton, Buzzy Kerbox, Garrett McNamara, Ken Bradshaw, Ace Cool, Mark Foo, Peter Mel, and Taylor Knox, to name a few.As you read on, you will learn about heart-clutching big wave wipeouts that reside in the "House of Pain"; surviving treacherous rip currents in churning seas, and the dramatic Code Black Waimea Bay rescue of Titi Kinimaka by Carl Palmer and Michael Willis.Of course, none of these extreme big wave surfers could even dream of paddling out in such conditions without the physical and mental training it takes to ride these fast moving, monster walls of water. The Willis Bros address this most critical subject in the chapter "Now, Mind/Body, Body/Mind Unification". Whether you aspire to become an extreme big wave surfer or stoked just to cruise small beachbreaks, there is great value in absorbing the information offered here.Published by The Surfing Authority and dubbed "the Iliad, the Odyssey, and the Bible all rolled into one", 100 Foot Wave: Kingdom of Hawaii was written by the Willis Bros in the true Spirit of Aloha, resulting in an important and classic literary contribution to the world of surfing. Thus far, rave reviews have come pouring in from across the planet, validating the Willis Bros hard work in putting this book together.
A Lazy Man’s Guide To Fast Swimming
Feeling Lazy? The typical swim book focuses on technique, this book's emphasis is on training; how to train your body to be that of an elite swimmer so that in practice each day, you don't have to grind out the monotonous 10,000 yards to make small improvements. Instead, you will be fast because fast is all you care about. Let's be honest, sometimes you just have to look the part. This book includes what to focus on both in and outside the pool to streamline one's efforts and achieve faster times. This is an invaluable tool for Collegiate swimmers, the average Masters swimmer, or beginner Triathlete in search of improving their times outside of the leadership of their day-to-day swim coach.
Rigging Handbook
From YouTube's popular Rigging Doctor channel, The Rigging Handbook is an introductory to mid-level book intended for boat owners, sailors, and cruisers who want to better understand how their masts and sails work. Part I covers the function of rigging on a sailboat and a general overview of common rig designs--with a focus on single-masted sloops and cutters, and two-masted ketches, yawls, and schooners--as well as the slight nuances between them. Chapters then progress to introducing the parts of standing rigging (the parts that hold the mast up) and running rigging (the parts that hold the sails), the function of each piece, and a discussion of the strengths and weaknesses of all rigging materials, including hemp, galvanized steel, stainless steel, titanium and aluminum, and Dyneema (synthetic). Part II discusses how to evaluate, tune, repair, and replace rigging. Chapters cover in detail what happens when rigging parts fail or reach the end of their serviceable life, including from corrosion, cracks, and UV damage. Learn how to perform a rig survey and what to consider when it comes to the wear and tear that happens with time, distance, and use and abuse. The final chapters discuss the basics of replacing standing and running rigging--including set up and tuning--and the advantages of steel versus synthetic and polyester versus more modern fibers, enabling readers to make an informed decision as to what grade of equipment to use to outfit their boats.
Swimming Pretty
"If you're not strong enough to swim fast, you're probably not strong enough to swim 'pretty, '" said a young Esther Williams to theater impresario Billy Rose. Since the nineteenth century, tensions between beauty and strength, aesthetics and athleticism have both impeded and propelled the careers of female swimmers--none more so than synchronized swimmers, for whom Williams is often considered godmother.In this revelatory history, Vicki Valosik traces a century of aquatic performance, from vaudeville to the Olympic arena, and brings to life the colorful cast of characters whose "pretty swimming" not only laid the groundwork for an altogether new sport but forever changed women's relationships with water. Williams, who became a Hollywood sensation for her splashy "aquamusicals," was just one in a long, bedazzled line of swimmers who began their careers as athletes but found greater opportunity, and often social acceptance, in the world of show business.Early starlets like Lurline the Water Queen performed "scientific" swimming, a set of moves previously only practiced by men--including Benjamin Franklin--that focused on form and exhibited mastery in the water. Demonstrating their fancy feats in aquariums and water tanks rolled onto music hall stages, these women stunned Victorian audiences with their physical dexterity and defied society's rigid expectations of what was proper and possible for their sex.Far more than bathing beauties, they ushered in sensible swimwear and influenced lifesaving and physical education programs, helping to drop national drowning rates and paving the way for new generations of female athletes. When a Chicago physical educator matched their aquatic movements to music in the 1920s, young girls flocked to take part in "synchronized swimming." But despite overwhelming love from audiences and the Olympic ambitions of its practitioners, "synchro" was long perceived as little more than entertaining pageantry, and its athletes would face a battle against the current to earn a spot at the highest echelons of sport.Now, on the fortieth anniversary of synchronized swimming's elevation to Olympic status, Swimming Pretty honors its incredible history of grit, glamor, and sheer athleticism.
Understanding Boat Wiring
From John C. Payne, one of the foremost international authorities on marine electrical systems and electronics, comes an easy-to-understand yet thorough treatment of boat wiring and the technical issues facing every boat owner, whether sail or power. Concise, compact, and fully illustrated for easy reference, Understanding Boat Wiring: 2nd Edition has been fully revised throughout. This guide offers a comprehensive coverage of the following major topics: Boat wiring standardsBasic electrical principlesSystem voltagesHow to plan and install boat wiringCircuit protection and isolationSwitchboards and panelsBilge pump wiringMast and external wiringGrounding systems
