This text provides authoritative information on water safety and rescue, dispelling many common myths and providing a proven approach. Widely regarded as the best source of water rescue techniques and safety training. Official Coast Guard Publication containing the International and Inland Rules of the Road. An entertaining and informative tale of the early days of raft boats and commerce on the Mississippi River. Inc. The only radar reference written for the inland mariner.
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Official text of The River School. Clear and concise. Topics covered include theory of fire, causes and prevention of fire, fire fighting, and the use of portable extinguishers. A towboat travelogue on the Upper Mississippi River. An interesting and informative description of the towns, people, and places that part of towboat life.