Fundamentals of Kayak Navigation, 3rd (Sea Kayaking How- To)

Softcover

ISBN 10: 076270473X ISBN 13: 9780762704736

Publisher: UNKNO, 1999

Fundamentals of Kayak Navigation is the authoritative source for information needed to chart an accurate course in a sea kayak, whether on open water or between islands or icebergs. Covers chart reading; compass use; finding and keeping track of position; predicting tides and currents; trip planning; navigating at night, in fog, and in boat and ship traffic; and much more.

From the Author:

Also from David Burch:
 
Celestial Navigation - A Complete Home Study Course
Radar For Mariners
Emergency Navigation
The Barometer Handbook
How to use Plastic Sextants - with application to metal sextants and a review of sextant piloting
The Star Finder Book - A guide to the many uses of the 2102-D Star Finder

From the Back Cover:

Fundamentals of Kayak Navigation contains all the information needed to chart an accurate course, whether on open water or between islands-or icebergs. Whether a novice or a seasoned veteran, whether paddling calm or choppy waters, whether a kayaker or a sailor, you will benefit from this book's indispensable knowledge. This comprehensive resource also includes up-to-date details on new technology that can aid navigation, such as Global Positioning Systems. With this guide, both amateurs and experienced seamen can paddle the seas safely and confidently. (5 1/2 X 8 1/2, 342 pages, index, appendix, black-and-white charts and illustrations)