Circle games
Article Abstract:
Using a sextant to find the horizontal angle between two coastal objects and plot a circle of position is a highly accurate method of position fixing. Step-by-step instructions for the technique are presented.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1995
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Finding your way along the coast
Article Abstract:
A boat that is lost at sea should stay put if possible and try to estimate its position. Tips for using depth soundings and radio or radar to determine location are presented.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1992
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Overcoming current & leeway
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Both current and leeway affect the position of a boat. Directions are provided for computing a course that corrects for the combined effects of current and leeway.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1992
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