Articles related to "Nautical Charts"



Office of Coast Survey Chart No. 1
Chart No. 1 is great reference and tool for learning to read a nautical chart. The publication is available as a free download from the Office of Coastal Survey.
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Finding Charts Online
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Keeping Your Charts Current
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Map Versus Chart
Maps and nautical charts serve distinctive purposes. Knowing these differences are key to safe marine navigational practices.
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Nautical Chart Educational Program
NOAA Ocean Service Education has released a multimedia educational program for elementary aged students that teaches children about nautical charts and marine navigation.
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Unique Nautical Chart Artwork
Three-dimensional nautical chart artwork from Latitude Kinsale can make a special gift, corporate bonus, or event award for the marine enthusiast in your life
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NOAA Boating Safety Tools
Recreational vessels often operate without the tools they need to navigate safely. NOAA has developed new technologies to alleviate this problem.
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GPS & Principles of Navigation
Boaters should understand the basic navigation principles that underlie the basis of modern GPS receivers. This knowledge will improve your results and ease of use.
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Boating in Glacier Bay NP
Plan a boating trip to Glacier Bay, part of the UNESCO World Heritage system. Hundreds of boaters cruise Glacier Bay each year. You could be one of them!
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Choosing a Safe Anchorage
Here are a few suggestions and criteria on how to select a safe and secure location to anchor your vessel.
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NOAA Online Marine Charts
Paper charts are not your only navigation option. Try viewing an on-line version of the marine chart used in your area of operation to compliment your GPS chart plotter.
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The Recession and Boat Safety Gear Expenses
Boaters should resist the temptation to cut corners on safety equipment costs in times of financial uncertainty.
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Boating and Sailing Section Index
Find an article or blog entry that interests you at Boating and Sailing.
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Aids to Navigation System - ATONS
Learning more about the Aids to Navigation System and related nautical charts will improve your coastal pilotage skills, seamanship and safety.
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Boating Facts Palm Beach NSW
Relaxed beachside culture and cafes mingle with the sheltered waters of Pittwater on the Hawkesbury River.
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Boating Facts Queenscliff Aust
Historic Queenscliff has all the charm of a seaside village
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Captain John Smith Historic Trail
Retrace Capt John Smith's voyages of Chesapeake Bay. Celebrate the 400th anniversary of Jamestown by paddling the new Captain John Smith National Historic Trail
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Christmas Boater's Gifts
Christmas is coming and it never hurts to daydream about new toys for the boat or your nautical lifestyle.
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Duisburg Swaps Industry For Art and Culture
The former industrial towns of Duisburg and Oberhausen in the Ruhr in Germany have changed dramatically in time for the area being European Capital of Culture 2010.
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Essential Kayaking Gear and Supplies
Sudden changes in the weather or broken or lost equipment could be cause for an emergency situation on the water. Learn how to be prepared for enjoyment and emergencies.
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Finding Gifts for Boaters
Suggestions for gifts that any boater will love to receive. The boater in your life will welcome a gift that is both practical and well suited to their avocation.
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Nautical Publications for Boaters
Government agencies provide a number of publications useful for navigating safety in foreign and United States waters. Many are available online or at nominal cost.
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Paddling Vancouver Island's Coast
Using his knowledge of the E Vancouver Is and S British Columbia coasts, John Kimantas has created a terrific resource for paddlers interested in traveling these shores.
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Utilizing Marine Aids to Navigation
Once the Aids to Navigation system is understood, boaters find they have a network of navigational aids available for their immediate use installed across the world.
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Boating Facts Lizard Island Aust
A Great Barrier Reef island north of Cairns, surrounded by white sand beaches cascading into fringing coral gardens
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Navigating the Net for Boating Information! Start Here!
Navigating the Net for Boating Information.
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Bridges
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The History of Navigation
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