Download or read book Cruising written by John Mellor and published by *Wiley Nautical. This book was released on 2000-04-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book will teach you to be a good skipper. As a result your cruising will be safer, more efficient and more enjoyable. "Cruising" is divided into three parts: preparation, handling the boat and passage making. PART ONE: THE ROLE OF THE SKIPPERManaging the boat and crewEmergenciesWeather forecasting PART TWO: HANDLING THE BOATHandling under sail and powerBerthing and anchoring PART THREE: MAKING A PASSAGEPlanningNavigation & pilotageHeavy weather. "Key facts for the RYA Day Skipper and Coastal Skipper practical courses and the Yachtmaster practical exam."