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Dockmanship
David Owen Bell
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Description for Dockmanship
Paperback. Num Pages: 100 pages, 50 illustrations. BIC Classification: WSSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 177 x 114 x 9. Weight in Grams: 96.
Dockmanship, according to author Bell, is “the art, skill, and practice of safely berthing and unberthing a vessel.” Anyone who has ever spent time observing the action at a marina or boat ramp will concede that the docking practiced by many recreational boaters today can hardly be considered an “art.” Here is a book that provides the information to turn any skipper—even a novice—into a master of docking. Captains who feel they already perform well behind the helm will enjoy reviewing the standard and advanced techniques contained in this easily understood manual. The basics of rudders, propellers, lines, ... Read more
Dockmanship, according to author Bell, is “the art, skill, and practice of safely berthing and unberthing a vessel.” Anyone who has ever spent time observing the action at a marina or boat ramp will concede that the docking practiced by many recreational boaters today can hardly be considered an “art.” Here is a book that provides the information to turn any skipper—even a novice—into a master of docking. Captains who feel they already perform well behind the helm will enjoy reviewing the standard and advanced techniques contained in this easily understood manual. The basics of rudders, propellers, lines, ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Cornell Maritime Press Inc.,U.S. United States
Number of pages
100
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
Number of Pages
112
Place of Publication
Atglen, United States
ISBN
9780870334252
SKU
V9780870334252
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 5 to 9 working days
Ref
99-2
About David Owen Bell
David Owen Bell is a ship captain with a background in oceanographic research, marine education, and sail training with young people. Captain Bell is an avid writer and consultant who enjoys visiting schools to share his enthusiasm for writing and the Chesapeake Bay. His titles include Awesome Chesapeake, Chesapeake Bay Walk and Dockmanship. As an outdoor education teacher, he has ... Read more
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