Fundamentals of Kayak Navigation: Master the Traditional Skills and the Latest Technologies (How to Paddle Series) - Softcover

9780762738342: Fundamentals of Kayak Navigation: Master the Traditional Skills and the Latest Technologies (How to Paddle Series)
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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 the latest in compact GPS receivers and PDAs, downloadable navigation charts, electronic charting systems, and Internet sources for tracking marine weather forecasts. This guide also provides updates on harbor security restrictions that were instituted after 9-11.

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Learn how to find and keep track of your position, adjust to changing conditions, and paddle the seas safely and confidently. Fundamentals of Kayak Navigation is the authoritative source for information on how to chart an accurate course whether touring locally, on open water, or between islands. This updated guide includes everything you need to know, from traditional map and compass navigation through state-of-the-art electronic navigation. It’s the standard text used by most navigation schools. Also inside:
 The essentials of chart reading and compass use
 The latest on GPS units
 Use of PDAs, smartphones, and other electronic chart systems
 Finding and keeping track of position
 How to predict tides and currents
 Trip planning and navigating at night, in fog, and in traffic
 Internet sources for tracking marine forecasts

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  • PublisherUNKNO
  • Publication date2008
  • ISBN 10 0762738340
  • ISBN 13 9780762738342
  • BindingPaperback
  • Edition number4
  • Number of pages272
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