New Crew's Pocketbook: A Pocket Guide for Newcomers to Cruising: from Your First Sail to Becoming a Key Crew Member

A sailing yacht can be an exciting but daunting experience. This book provides new crew with the basic knowledge to work the boat, be safe, have fun, and be asked back for more. It assumes no nautical knowledge and uses diagrams and photographs to demystify the art of sailing. Ideal for skippers to give to anyone joining them on board for the first time.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 80 pages
\n Publication date: 08 June 2021
\n Publisher: Fernhurst Books Limited
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Embarking on a journey aboard a sailing yacht for the first time can be an exhilarating experience, yet it may also be somewhat daunting. This adventure introduces you to a world of unfamiliar elements, including leaving the solid ground behind, relying on the invisible force of the wind to propel the boat, encountering ropes in various forms, and immersing yourself in a new vocabulary. While your skipper will provide you with essential briefing, this book offers an excellent opportunity to acquire foundational knowledge beforehand. By doing so, you will gain the necessary skills to operate the boat, ensure your safety, revel in the fun, and be invited back for more adventures. Written in a friendly and approachable manner, this book assumes no prior nautical knowledge and employs diagrams and photographs to demystify the art of sailing. It is particularly useful for new crew members to read before arriving at the boat, serving as a handy reference guide that can be kept on board for quick and easy access. Moreover, this book is an ideal gift for skippers to give to anyone joining them for the first time, as it empowers them with knowledge that will contribute to a more enjoyable and secure yacht experience for everyone involved.

As soon as you step onto the vessel, you become an integral part of the crew, participating in tasks such as casting off, hoisting sails, winching, and even steering. It is impossible to cover every aspect of your briefing in such a short time, so any knowledge you can acquire beforehand is a blessing. It will make your yacht a happier and safer place for everyone on board.

\n Weight: 110g\n
Dimension: 103 x 210 x 8 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781912621354\n
Edition number: 2 New edition\n