Power Boating For Dummies Author: Visit Amazon's Randy Vance Page | Language: English | ISBN:
0470409568 | Format: EPUB
Power Boating For Dummies Description
From the Back Cover
Your comprehensive guide to captaining your own boat
Whether you're a nautical novice or an experienced boater, this friendly guide explains everything you need to know about owning and operating a power boat. From the basics of safe seamanship and docking and mooring techniques to necessary equipment, routine maintenance, and hosting guests, you'll discover how to get the most out of this exciting sport.
Power up to be a boater— determine what type of boat is right for you, set your boat budget, and get trained and licensed
Gear up for safety and fun — select quality safety gear, secure and protect your boat, and make a splash with watersports activities
Handle your boat like a pro — tow your boat, maintain your trailer, launch and load your boat, and drive properly and safely
Be a responsible boater — know boating rules and regulations, read boat lights, and understand navigation markers
Keep your boat shipshape — perform maintenance and minor repairs (and know when to call a mechanic), and get your boat ready for winter and spring
Open the book and find:
Eight pages of color photos featuring different types of power boats available
Details on all types of power boats, from fishing to sport
Info on boating exams and safety courses
Step-by-step instructions with illustrations for operating your boat
Anecdotes from the author to help you avoid mistakes
Checklists for buying new and used boats
Tips on docking, rafting up, and anchoring
Options and guidance on how and where to store your boat
About the Author
Randy Vance is a lifelong boater who has made a career of writing about boating. As the operator of a small resort and marina in Missouri for more than 20 years, Vance hosted or appeared on many radio and television programs covering boating and fishing topics. During his tenure at
Boating Life, the magazine and some of Vance's articles have won awards in many publishing circles.
- Paperback: 392 pages
- Publisher: For Dummies; 1 edition (March 3, 2009)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0470409568
- ISBN-13: 978-0470409565
- Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.4 x 0.8 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
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