Pass Your Day Skipper: 7th edition

Pass Your Day Skipper is a revision guide for the RYA Day Skipper course, covering electronic navigation, tides, pilotage, weather, anchoring, mooring, passage planning, and safety. It is updated to reflect changes to the syllabus and includes cartoons to relieve tension.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 13 April 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Since its initial publication, Pass Your Day Skipper has been an invaluable resource for thousands of students pursuing their shore-based Day Skipper course. This concise and comprehensive guide is designed to cover all the essential elements of the RYA syllabus in a easily digestible format, making revision a breeze. Organized into bite-sized chunks, the content is thoroughly updated in this seventh edition to ensure it remains aligned with the latest syllabus changes and advancements in electronic navigation.

Throughout the book, the theoretical concepts are presented from a practical maritime perspective, accompanied by helpful tips on exam tactics. To alleviate the stress of intense studying, Mike Peyton's renowned cartoons add a delightful touch to each section.

In keeping with the evolving nature of the syllabus and the latest developments in electronic navigation, the new edition has undergone extensive updates to reflect these changes. Specifically, revised sections cover chart plotters, satellite positions, weather information, and safety equipment.

The revision guide encompasses a wide range of topics, including:-Electronic navigation and chartwork: This section delves into the use of electronic navigation tools and chartwork, covering topics such as GPS, chart plotting software, and electronic charts. It also provides guidance on interpreting and applying navigation rules and regulations.

Tides and tidal streams: Understanding tides and tidal streams is crucial for safe navigation. This section covers the principles of tides, their effects on currents, and how to calculate tide tables. It also provides tips on navigating in tidal areas and dealing with tidal streams.

Pilotage: Effective pilotage is essential for navigating a yacht safely and efficiently. This section covers topics such as steering, navigation rules, anchoring, mooring, and ropework. It also includes guidance on piloting in different conditions, such as wind and sea.

Weather - the weather system, local weather, and coping with bad weather: Weather plays a significant role in yacht navigation. This section covers the weather system, weather forecasting, and how to read weather maps. It also provides tips on preparing for and coping with bad weather, including storm tactics and emergency procedures.

Anchoring, mooring, and ropework: Anchoring and mooring are critical skills for a safe and secure yacht. This section covers anchoring techniques, mooring lines, and the use of fenders and warps. It also provides guidance on tying knots and splicing rope.

Passage planning: Effective passage planning is essential for a safe and efficient yacht journey. This section covers topics such as route planning, navigation rules, and passage planning software. It also provides tips on navigating in congested areas and avoiding navigational hazards.

Safety - SOLAS, radio distress, man overboard, and first aid: Safety is paramount in yacht navigation. This section covers SOLAS regulations, radio distress procedures, man overboard recovery techniques, and first aid procedures. It also includes guidance on emergency communication and medical emergencies.

By following the comprehensive and engaging content of Pass Your Day Skipper, students can develop the skills and knowledge necessary to become confident and competent skippers. Whether they are aspiring sailors or simply looking to enhance their boating skills, this revision guide is an invaluable resource that will help them achieve their goals.

Weight: 250g
Dimension: 210 x 152 x 7 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781399406932
Edition number: 7 ed