Competent crew
Subtitle: for new crew and competent crew students
By: Pat Langley-Price & Philip Ouvry
Contributors: Ouvry, Philip
Edition: 5th ed.
Publisher: Adlard Coles Nautical
Published: 2007
Place of publication: London
Language: eng
Number of pages: 156
ISBN-13: 9780713682625
Subjects: Boats and boating; Sailing; Problems, exercises
Description: Competent Crew covers both the shorebased and the practical aspects of the RYA Competent Crew course. It will prepare newcomers for the first time afloat by explaining basic skills and boat handling including: sail trimming and sail handling; understanding the compass; sailing a course; anchoring and mooring; ropework; handling safety equipment; emergency procedures; simple collision rules; elementary meteorology. Ideal for the beginner, Competent Crew also includes a comprehensive glossary, clear explanatory diagrams and photos in full colour, the syllabus of the RYA Competent Crew course and.
Notes: Previous edition: 2004.

Includes index.