RYA Day Skipper Practical Course Notes

These course notes are designed to accompany the RYA Day Skipper Practical Course held at sailing centres around the world. They also provide a welth of valuable information to all those going to sea. The RYA Day Skipper Practical Course Notes has been compiled to complement the RYA Day Skipper Practical Course and draws on the cumulative experience of hundreds of experienced sailing instructors. The techniques shown or described are tried and tested and are suitable for most types of cruising yacht. This book gives guidance on how to take charge of a yacht for a short passage. Includes planning, crew briefing, safety, boat handling, navigation, etc.