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The faces behind the forecasts

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The Ocean Predictions Center (OPC) is a national oceanographic and atmospheric administration (NOAA) service that provides free weather forecasts with the best accuracy. Model tweaking has risen to a fine art with forecasters checking predictions against sea-reports and real-time wind.

Author: Naranjo, Ralph
Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 2003
Radio & TV communications equipment, Boat Building, Boat building and repairing, Boat Building & Repair, Hardware, not elsewhere classified, Usage, Company systems management, Information management, Powers and duties, Boating industry, United States. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Weather forecasting

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Sailing smart: Lining up for safety

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Staying safe and well connected is very important to avoid any potential mishap or man-overboard situation. The proper use of jacklines, harnesses and tethers can help in saving a person's life.

Author: Naranjo, Ralph
Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 2004
Methods, Personal narratives, Sailing, Sailors

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