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Boating's Top 60 Tips - Navigation |  |
Produced in association with BOATING MAGAZINE.
Covers all the basic navigation requirements required plus several vital tips that will make navigating from one point to another much simpler and safer. Boaters of all ages and levels will discover vital steps that will make your boating experience more enjoyable.
45 min. H473
VHS Version $29.95
DVD Version $34.95
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Navigation - the Basics |  |
Sail through some stunning cruising grounds and learn all the coastal navigation skills you need to know!
In this practical on-the-water approach, Rob MacLeod lays out the basics of navigation to give you the skills and confidence to go out and explore the coastlines at home and abroad. You'll learn to take bearings on the famous volcanic peaks of St.Lucia and to navigate in tidal currents. Covers charts, course plotting, dead reckoning, variation, deviation, bearings, fixes, tides, currents and aids to navigation.
100 min. Y9102
DVD Version $29.95
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Boating Inland Waters |  |
Boating Inland Waters
Far more boating takes place on inland waterways than offshore waters. Some of the best cruising is found on networks of inland lakes and rivers and interconnecting waterways. In the United States, there are more than 30,000 miles of inland navigable waterways. In addition, there are numerous isolated rivers and thousands of lakes suitable for small boat recreation. Covers: Pilot Rules for Inland Waters, river boating, state boating laws, planning the cruise, aids to navigation, river piloting, lake boating, avoiding fog, lake piloting, river seamanship, canal boating, avoiding shoals & rocks. 2004 Release - Pre-Order Now!
50 min. H4588
VHS Version $29.95
DVD Version $34.95
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Coastal Piloting |  |
This one covers it all...
Covers piloting tools, rules of the road, sound signals, navigation, dead reckoning, reciprocal bearings, plotting a course, running fixes, speed-time-distance and much more.
N301
DVD Version $34.95
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Modern Coastal Piloting |  |
This one is well planned and executed...
"and is well worth viewing by those who want to recall or launch themselves for the first time into the fundamentals of marine coastal navigation."
- Navigator's Newsletter
Not only will you learn the traditional methods of coastal piloting, compass use, speed/time/distance equations, deviation and variation, bow and beam bearings, running fixes, lat and long, navigation aids, but also the modern ways of position determination; Loran, Radar and T.D.'s.
68 min. N391
DVD Version $34.95
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Wm. F. Buckley Jr.'s Celestial Navigation Simplified |
 | Join this world-renowned personality for the most unique program on celestial ever.
Mr. Buckley simply and clearly explains the theory and practice of Celestial Navigation and teaches the noon shot. Using computer graphics, he illuminates on the finer points of GP (Geographical Position), GHA and GMT. Worth twelve weeks of night school!
39 min. N203
VHS Version $29.95
DVD Version $29.95
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Understanding Weatherfax |
 | "A great aid to cruisers, this tape will introduce you to weatherfax systems and map interpretation as well as provide a good introduction to the subject of weather for all boat owners."
- Sea Magazine
Weatherfax is a great aid for long distance cruisers. This tape will introduce you to weatherfax systems and map interpretation. It's also an excellent introduction to weather for the mariner.
37 min. N1405
VHS Version $24.95
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Single Side Band |  |
Single Side Band
Designed to simplify all of the dials and switches to turn you into a SSB expert. Covers radio telephone, frequency, channel selection, antennas, tuners and grouding.
N788DVD
DVD Version $29.95
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Rules of the Road |
 | Rules Of The Road - The Boater's Highway Code
Presented by BOATING MAGAZINE. Learn the Rules and Regulations for Maximum Boating Safety.
All boaters have to follow the appropriate regulations with respect to their operation on the water. This program covers 38 United States Coast Guard Navigation Rules and Regulations, which have been developed for both inland and international waters. Not only will you learn what the rules are, but how to apply, understand and operate your vessel under any condition of visibility. You'll also learn how to assess risk situations and to avoid collisions whether in narrow channels, while overtaking, crossing or in head-on situations to make your boating safer and more enjoyable.
Subjects covered include:
- Requirements for navigational lights and day shapes
- Maneuvering and warning signals
- Towing and pushing, Sound signals
- Distress signals
- Sailing and steering rules for different size vessels.
52 min. N377
VHS Version $29.95
DVD Version $40.95
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Powerboat Navigation |
 | Powerboat Navigation With John Rousmaniere
Hosted by World renowned expert John Rousmaniere. Teaches: Navigation Rules. Plotting Bearings. Chart & Compass. Radar & GPS.& much more!
This program teaches the step-by-step techniques for navigating with both classic dead reckoning piloting and electronic navigation instruments. Clear demonstrations are shown on the water and the simulator of a Coast Guard certified navigation school. Detailed close-ups, graphics and imaginative presentations of how objects appear on the chart, radar scope and water are shown in both good and bad visibility.
Subjects covered include:
- The chart and compass.
- GPS satellite navigation.
- Radar for navigating & avoiding collisions.
- The navigation rules.
- Taking & plotting bearings.
- Allowing for tidal current.
- Navigating in fog & at night.
- Tips & tricks for making quick decisions.
JOHN ROUSMANIERE, is the author of the highly praised, THE ANNAPOLIS BOOK OF SEAMANSHIP - "The most complete and best reference book on the sport that has ever been available" according to the American Sailing Association. As one of the sports' most acknowledged authorities, John Rousmaniere has covered more than 30,000 miles of blue water and has written 15 books on boating. Rousmaniere holds a Coast Guard unlimited radar observer certificate.
68 min. N375
DVD Version $34.95
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DVD Navigation Gift Set
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DVD Navigation Gift Set
DVD Navigation Gift Set
2 Program DVD set featuring: Powerboat Navigation with John Rousmaniere and Rules of the Road. SAVE $10.00!
All boaters have to follow the appropriate regulations with respect to their operation on the water. This program covers 38 United States Coast Guard Navigation Rules and Regulations, which have been developed for both inland and international waters. Not only will you learn what the rules are, but how to apply, understand and operate your vessel under any condition of visibility. You'll also learn how to assess risk situations and to avoid collisions whether in narrow channels, while overtaking, crossing or in head-on situations to make your boating safer and more enjoyable.
Also teaches the step-by-step techniques for navigating with both classic dead reckoning piloting and electronic navigation instruments. Clear demonstrations are shown on the water and the simulator of a Coast Guard certified navigation school. Detailed close-ups, graphics and imaginative presentations of how objects appear on the chart, radar scope and water are shown in both good and bad visibility.
127 mins SNAV
DVD Version $65.90
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DVD Rules of the Road and Aids to Navigation
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DVD Rules of the Road and Aids to Navigation
This program covers 38 United States Coast Guard Navigation Rules and Regulations, which have been developed for both inland and international waters.
Not only will you learn what the rules are, but how to apply, understand and operate your vessel under any condition of visibility. You'll also learn how to assess risk situations and to avoid collisions whether in narrow channels, while overtaking, crossing or in head-on situations to make your boating safer and more enjoyable.
Subjects covered include: Requirements for navigational lights and day shapes, Maneuvering and warning signals, Towing and pushing, Sound signals, Distress signals, Sailing and steering rules for different size vessels.
Our waterways are controlled by a system of markers commonly known as "Aids to Navigation." This consists of a system of buoys, daybeacons, lights, light platforms, radio beacons and foghorns. Whether a powerboater or sailor, this excellent guide will teach you how to read these markers to improve your overall boating skills and enhance your enjoyment on the water.
95 mins N3775DVD
DVD Version $40.95
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Navigation |
 | Robin Knox-Johnson introduces
This superb navigational aid for both the yachtsman & amateur sailor, includes planning, chartwork, tides and tidal streams, plotting and navigational aids.
57 min. N671
DVD Version $24.95
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Nautical Chart Interpretation |
 | Nautical Chart Interpretation
Covers chart interpretation, navigation aids, knot tying, visual distress signals, capsizing, sinking and safety.
120 min. N305
VHS Version $29.95
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Celestial Navigation Using The Air Almanac
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 | Celestial Navigation Using The Air Almanac
This US Navy program takes you through basic celestial navigation all the way to practical application using the horizon system, the intercept method and Ho 249 through observation, computation and plotting.
120 min. N204
VHS Version $29.95
DVD Version $34.95
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Celestial Navigation For The Complete Idiot
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 | Celestial Navigation For The Complete Idiot
Covers coastal piloting, magnetic compass rose, chart plotting, latitude & longitude, nautical & air almanac.
90 min. N359
VHS Version $29.95
DVD Version $34.95
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DVD Guide To Using Nautical Charts |
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DVD Guide To Using Nautical Charts
This interactive DVD contains official USCG training footage. It teaches you how to read, use and interpret charts with segments on aids to navigation, useful knots, capsizing and visual distress signals.
120 mins N201DVD
DVD Version $34.95
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Celestial Navigation Sextant Use |  |
Celestial Navigation Sextant Use
Covers the basics of celestial navigation, Sextant, lat. & long., GMT, zenith distance and navigating any where in the world.
120 min. N303WS
VHS Version $29.95
DVD Version $34.95
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Boating at Night |  |
Boating At Night
Produced in association with BOATING MAGAZINE.
...For boaters who want to enjoy the adventure of cruising after dark. Learn how to avoid problems at night, how to see and be seen in the dark and how to safely pilot your boat. Includes tips on plotting, running your course, using radar and electronic charts. Plus onboard lights, piloting procedures and night vision equipment.
40 min. H460
VHS Version $29.95
DVD Version $29.95
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The Better Half of Boating - How-to Guide For WOMEN BOATERS |
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The Better Half of Boating - How-to Guide For WOMEN BOATERS
The Better Half of Boating is a program designed to introduce women to the basics of boating. In this program, we'll show you the "basics" of boat operations and give you some pointers on a variety of topics from docking, fueling, anchoring, launching & loading, handling emergencies, radio etiquette, basic navigation & Rules of the Road. Knowing the right things to do, how to do them & the ability to comfortably take the helm will make you a valuable asset on any boat.
60 mins. H4600DVD
DVD Version $34.95
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Navigation DVD Set |  |
Advanced Boating Skills DVD Set
SAVE $10! Reg. $59.90 BUY both for ONLY $49.90. 2 DVD Set: Powerboat Navigation & Navigation Robin Knox-Johnson. Featuring John Rousmaniere & Robin Knox-Johnson. Teaches step-by-step techniques for navigating, chart & compass, plotting bearings, tidal current & navigation rules.
SNAVBOATDVD
DVD Version $49.90
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