{"product_id":"chapman-piloting-seamanship-69th-edition-isbn-9781950785490","title":"Chapman Piloting \u0026 Seamanship 69th Edition","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe authoritative 920-page boating book covers all aspects of sailing and boat handling for any boater. Set sail with confidence with Chapman’s, every time.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith three million copies sold, this essential sailing book is the trusted resource for boaters of all levels, from those learning how to tie knots to seasoned sailors who want to explore skills like star navigation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapman’s covers the rich traditions of seamanship as well as modern advances in boating technology and practices. Power boaters and sailors alike will have at their fingertips all the information they need about:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNavigating \u003c\/b\u003eday or night in any weather, on inland or coastal waters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGetting underway\u003c\/b\u003e, returning to a marina, and mooring under power or sail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSailboat maintenance\u003c\/b\u003e, and sharing the waters with other vessels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReading the weather\u003c\/b\u003e and using radar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eKnot\u003c\/b\u003e tying and boat maintenance, and so much more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRecognized as essential by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, Chapman is an indispensable and practical resource for all boaters. Its comprehensive content, including knot tying techniques and sailing knots, sailing alone, and even sailboat rigging, makes it an invaluable addition to any sailor's library.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen you're looking for thoughtful gifts for boaters or gifts for sailors, Chapman stands out as the timeless boating book of record, appreciated by educators and enthusiasts alike for more than a century. Its in-depth 4,200 entry index makes accessing information a breeze. It’s the ideal sailing coffee table book for any nautical home library along with the handy ebook edition means you can also easily take it on board whenever you set sail. Both resources together make for the perfect sailbook gifts.First published almost a century ago, “the bible of boating” has changed with the times. Updated and expanded over the decades, Charles F. Chapman’s book continues to be an essential resource for both new and experienced boaters. The book covers all aspects of boating. Its color-coded end pages make it easy to find the information you need. It includes 1,500 color photographs plus graphs and tables to illustrate points made in the text as well as thorough appendices and a superb index. \u003cb\u003e—C. Henry Depew,\u003ci\u003e The Ensign\u003c\/i\u003e, the official publication of United States Power Squadrons\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \"This . . . classic reference used by boating schools and recommended by the Coast Guard Auxiliary covers every imaginable topic related to both powerboats and sailing ships . . . information is presented in an easy-to-understand text and a user-friendly design.\"\u003cb\u003e \u003cbr\u003e—\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, praise for previous editions\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e“Chapman is still the gold standard by which all other boating books are judged. It has all the information you need to safely use and enjoy your boat. Read it and then keep it on board for future reference. You'll be glad you have it.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Peter A. Janssen, Editor, \u003ci\u003eCruising Odyssey\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFor decades, Chapman has been a comprehensive resource for any sailor or boater looking to learn or refresh their knowledge and skills.  It’s \u003cu\u003ethe\u003c\/u\u003e resource for anyone who spends time on the water and has been my go-to for years.  I’m always surprised at just how helpful and complete it is with everything from safety and best practices, to navigation and more.  \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e—\u003c\/b\u003eTrevor Richardson, in-shore racer \u0026amp; coastal cruiser\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapman\u003c\/b\u003e has been an indispensable, trusted resource for boating under power and sail for more than a century. \u003cb\u003eJonathan Eaton\u003c\/b\u003e developed, edited, and published 400+ boating books throughout his career as editor and publisher of McGraw-Hill's International Marine imprint. He has created books and reference guides for the U.S. Power Squadrons, the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, the American Sailing Association, and West Marine.","brand":"Hearst Home","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46303890309349,"sku":"NP9781950785490","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781950785490.jpg?v=1767723566","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/chapman-piloting-seamanship-69th-edition-isbn-9781950785490","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}