Books

Wind Companion for Racing Sailors

Out of all the explanations for why a sailor has lost out on a race, an unforeseen change in the wind and weather is by far one of the most frequent. Whether a bad windshift; the non-occurrence of a sea breeze; or being becalmed, the weather has a huge...

Beer For Dummies

The fun and friendly guide to all things beerBeer has always been one of the world's most popular beverages; but recently, people have embraced the rich complexities of beer's many varieties. Now, withBeer For Dummiesyou can quickly and enjoyably educate...

Astronomy For Dummies 4th Edition

Your updated guide to exploring the night skyDo you know the difference between a red giant and a white dwarf? From asteroids to black holes, this easy-to-understand guide takes you on a grand tour of the universe. Featuring updated star maps, charts,...

Beekeeping For Dummies

Everything you need to 'bee' a successful backyard beekeeperIf you've ever thought about becoming a backyard beekeeper—or have already tried a hand at it and want to bebetterone—then this is the book for you! InBeekeeping for Dummies, 4th Edition...

Tuning to Win

For most sailors, boat tuning may seem a mystery understood only by sailmakers and the like. In this book, sailor, chandler and championship winner, Ian Pinnell, unravels this daunting subject and will help improve your boatspeed as a result. Since most...

Lewis and Clark For Dummies

The Lewis and Clark expedition was the greatest camping trip in history. It was one of those irresistible American adventures that many people dream of living. This book shares the delightful details of the journey that historians have gleaned from the...

Knots & Splices: 2nd Revised Edition

This beautifully illustrated and very popular book covers the commonly used knots & splices. In colour, it clearly illustrates how to tie each knot through the use of clear, sequential diagrams and a step by step approach. It covers the ten knots...

Peter Isler's Little Blue Book of Sailing Secrets, Tactics, Tips and Observations

From one of the world's most respected sailors-the knowledge and secrets every sailor needsPeter Isler, two-time America's Cup winner, has sailed in and won hundreds of races over the last forty years. In that time, he has acquired a vast array of...

Celestial Navigation, 3rd edition

As romantic sounding as sailing to Tahiti did centuries ago, using the sun, moon, planets, and stars to guide one's boat on the seas is enjoying a comeback. For those who do not wish to be caught short when modern technology fails on board, knowing how...

Practical Navigation for the Modern Boat Owner

Explains both modern and traditional approaches to navigation. A web site features free online simulators including GPS, radar, AIS and chart plotter.

Knight's Modern Seamanship, 18th edition

Exhaustive, venerable guide to Shiphandling and seagoing safety covering every aspect of the subject. An indispensable reference.

Seamen, Ships, and Cargo

The story of ships and crews that moved cargo along the West Coast from the 18th century to the present. From the paddlewheel steamers that served the CA and Yukon gold rushes to container-laden coastal barge traffic and space-age cruise ships.