Preface to the Fourth Edition
Preface to the Third Edition
Chapter 1. The Role of Navigation
Chapter 2. Nautical Charts and Chart Reading
What Is a Nautical Chart?
Electronic Charting Systems (ECS)
Latest Editions and Corrections
Latitude, Longitude, and Nautical Miles
Chapter 3. Other Navigation Aids
Coast Pilot and Sailing Directions
Tour Guides and Other References
Paddling a Compass Course
Chapter 5. Dead Reckoning
The Effect of Wind on Boat Speed
Finding Position from Water Depth
Visible Range of Land and Other Things
Chapter 7. Electronic Navigation
Chapter 8. Tides and Currents
Predicting Tidal Currents
Chapter 9. Crossing Currents
Measuring Current Strength
Chapter 10. Special Topics
Chapter 11. Navigation Planning
Appendix B. Internet Resources
Appendix C. Further Reading
