Download or read book Singlehanded Sailing written by Andrew Evans and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2014-09-05 with total page 255 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "It takes thousands of hours of sailing to get the kind of knowledge contained in this book." -- from the Foreword by Bruce Schwab The ONLY bible for how to sail your boat fast, safe, and alone Solo sailing is within any sailor's grasp with a little forethought--and this essential guide. Got a 35-foot sailboat? No problem. Is the wind blowing 20 knots? No problem. Are you racing offshore overnight? Even better. Singlehander Andrew Evans learned the hard way how to sail and race alone--with lots of mishaps, including broaches and a near tumbling over a waterfall--and in Singlehanded Sailing he shares the techniques, tips, and tactics he has developed to make his solo sailing adventures safe and enriching. Learn everything you need to know to meet any solo challenge, including: Managing the power consumption aboard a boat to feed the electric autopilot Setting and gybing a spinnaker Finding time to sleep Dealing with heavy weather

Download or read book Tinkerbelle written by Robert Manry and published by The Robert Manry Project. This book was released on 2012-03-12 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is no dream so large that it can’t fit into a tiny boat... TINKERBELLE tells the real story about a man’s boyhood dream and how he made his dream come true. This is ROBERT MANRY’S inspiring tale of how he became enchanted with the notion of sailing the high seas, and how, years later, he set sail on a voyage that has fascinated sailors, adventurers, and dreamers, ever since. It is the gripping story of his 131⁄2-foot sloop, Tinkerbelle—the smallest boat that had ever crossed the Atlantic nonstop. The son of missionary parents, Robert Manry was born 7,000 feet above sea level in the Himalayan Mountains and about as far away from the ocean as one could be in India. He was raised and schooled with his brother and sisters, in Landour, India, and it was there that a visiting German adventurer ignited his imagination with the idea of making an ocean voyage. Manry moved to the United States in 1937 to attend college, and after an interlude with the infantry in Europe, he received a degree in Political Science. He worked as a newspaper reporter in Ohio and Pennsylvania, and married in 1950. He and his wife, Virginia, relocated to Cleveland when he joined the staff of the Plain Dealer as a copy editor. Robert settled into a prototypical American post-war life, in a modest suburban tract house east of Cleveland. He commuted between home in Willowick and his evening work shift, and by all appearances, was just a “regular American guy” — happily married, with one daughter, one son, a dog, a cat, a car—and a little boat... Manry weaves the tale of how his dream was born, and describes the reasons for his voyage, finding a boat, learning to sail her, planning, fitting out, and finally, the thrilling adventure itself. Told with warmth, modesty, and humor, this engrossing story has inspired countless voyages since its original publication in 1966—an adventure born of youthful zeal, nurtured by desire, tempered by trial and error, and at last, fulfilled. The author departed from Falmouth, Massachusetts on 1 June 1965, bound for Falmouth, England, some 3,200 miles across the North Atlantic. Among his extraordinary experiences, he was awakened one morning by a submarine; swept overboard by broaching waves; tormented by weird hallucinations; challenged by gear failure and loneliness; received a feast from a passing ship captain, and was tracked down in mid-ocean by an enterprising journalist who cleverly “scooped” the story of his voyage from Manry’s own Plain Dealer colleagues. After 78 days, he made a joyous arrival in England, accompanied by an armada of small craft and thousands of cheering spectators. Begun as one man’s secret goal, Tinkerbelle’s voyage ended in a worldwide media frenzy that forever changed the lives of the story’s main participants. Triumphant in every way, the book remains an enduring treatise on how to accomplish what others dismiss as impossible, if not downright crazy. One of the great songs of the sea, Robert Manry’s tale has the alluring effect of happily persuading readers that they too could sail a small boat across the wide blue seas. More than that, TINKERBELLE provides a merry, make-it-happen road map of how anyone can achieve his or her dream’s desire. This extended e-book edition includes the original text—plus a gallery of restored photographs, the logbook of Tinkerbelle’s voyage, an afterword, a new portrait of Robert by his son, and a link to dozens of Robert Manry’s previously unpublished photographs.

Download or read book Sailing Off to Sleep written by Linda Ashman and published by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2010-05-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's nighttime, my little one. Climb into bed. I don't want to sleep -- I'll go sailing instead. There's only one problem: Your ship has no sail. I'm tying my boat to the tail of a whale. Cuddle up with this warm and loving tale of a feisty little girl and a mother who understands her daughter's reluctance for bedtime. After all, who wants to sleep when there are so many adventures ahead?

Download or read book Songs and Tunes of the Wilderness Road written by RALPH LEE SMITH and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2010-10-07 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of traditional music for the mountain dulcimer seeks to reunite this beautiful instrument with the people, the music, and the world from which it came. It tells the story of the Wilderness Road, a trail through the Appalachian Mountains from Gate City, Virginia, to Fort Boonesboro, Kentucky, blazed by Daniel Boone, and links it to the history and heritage of the mountain dulcimer. Numerous photographs and maps help tell the story, and each tune in the book includes a historical anecdote describing its origin. This book is a must for anyone interested in the history of the Appalachian Mountain region and its music. the sixteen tunes in this book are written in notation and tablature for the standard three-course mountain dulcimer (without the 6 1/2 or 1 1/2 fret in the fretboard), with chord symbols and complete lyrics. A knowledge of simple chording techniques is all that is needed to play the tunes. the tunings used are Ionian (DAA), Aeolian (DAC), and Dorian (DAG).

Download or read book Living the Dream written by Vern and Connie Madison and published by Author House. This book was released on 2005-08-10 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: About our Book Living the Dream is the true-life adventure story of our seven-year cruise from Newport, Oregon, to Phuket, Thailand in the 35-foot steel-hulled sailboat, Tainui. This book gives a true picture of what it’s really like for a retired couple to live their dream of full time cruising to far away places: the highs of beautiful sailing days, snorkeling off pristine coral, anchoring in tropical lagoons, exotic cultural experiences, and the fellowship of the cruising community--but also fear in storms, the exhaustion of sleepless night watches, discouragement of endless boat maintenance, and a rusting through of Tainui’s hull. Although we wrote Living the Dream for a general audience, serious sailors will find a wealth of helpful cruising information and steel boat owners will profit from our significant learning experiences in our maintenance of Tainui's steel hull. About us We began our lives far apart--Connie in parts of Californis that were far from the sea and with no aspirations to cross oceans and Vern in the busy seaport city of Seattle dreaming of sailing away some day. We eventually met at the University of Washington, married, started or family and careers--Vern as a social worker and Connie as a teacher. It was our four years of living with our family in Malaysia while Vern was on the staff of the Peace Corps there that sparked our desire to one day be full time world travelers. Order a personalized autographed copy of our book directly rom us by e-miling us at [email protected]. We will send you an order form. ($16.50 plus actual shipping cost). Or order your copy from Author House be clicking the "buy now" button.

Download or read book Of Time and Tide the Windhover Saga written by James Haydock and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2017-06-24 with total page 267 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One glance at the contents of this book will tell any lover of sea stories that an exciting saga of danger and adventure aboard a three-masted sailing ship named the Windhover is about to unfold. She leaves Bermuda in the summer of 1871 to cross the Atlantic and the Mediterranean en route to Naples, Italy. By no means will it be a journey without incident. On the high seas, sour provisions bring crew and captain into conflict. As the squabble becomes incendiary, the second mate, who narrates the story, must find a way to overcome a mutinous crew, regain control of the ship, and bring her to safe haven.

Download or read book A Sea Too Far written by Hank Manley and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2012-07 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A surprise hurricane sweeps across the small Bahamian island where Warren Early, age fifteen, is spending the summer. He is swept to sea with his dog Conchshell and knocked unconscious. The boy awakens at the secret camp of the famous pirate Edward Teach, known as Blackbeard. Crew members suspect Warren is a spy for hated Governor Rogers and prepare to hang him. Blackbeard intervenes. Marty Read befriends Warren. Together they participate in the capture of a French merchant ship and a hostage plan to extort gold and medicine from the townspeople of Charles Town. The plot fails. Blackbeard is captured. Warren and Marty manage to free their captain and return to Nassau where they meet Calico Jack Rackman and Anne Bonney. The four pirates sail off to the Jamaica and seize a Spanish merchant ship with deadly results. Can Warren ever return to his frantic parents? What is the secret Marty has hidden so cleverly? Will the two friends be able to continue their growing relationship over the span of two hundred years?

Download or read book Current Opinion written by Edward Jewitt Wheeler and published by . This book was released on 1890 with total page 504 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book I Am Here written by Judith Jones Togher and published by Izzard Ink. This book was released on 2021-04 with total page 103 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: I Am Here: Postcards from My Daughter in Spirit is a heart-wrenching and touching collection of messages from a daughter to her mother, sent from beyond the veil. It is a story of loss, overwhelming grief, and finally healing—through small messages, or what the author calls ‘postcards’—from the other side. Each postcard serves as a reminder that love and connection endure, even in death. With each postcard, Judith Jones Togher’s daughter Suzanne shares her thoughts, wisdom, and love, offering comfort and solace to her mother and readers alike. Suzanne conveys the peace and happiness of the afterlife, while also addressing the grief and loss that her passing has brought. Togher offers the reader advice on how to keep their heart open to receive their own postcards from loved ones, with advice on the use of automatic writing, working with mediums, and understanding dreams. In the chapter ‘Dealing with Grief,’ Togher offers some practical points on how to manage loss. This powerful and inspiring book is a testament to the unbreakable bond between mother and daughter, and the eternal nature of love—as well as a practical guide for those experiencing profound grief. Whether you are facing the loss of a loved one or simply seeking comfort and peace, I Am Here is a must-read for anyone seeking to connect with the spirit world and with their loved ones who have passed on.

Download or read book Aquasition of a Dream written by Scott B. Murray and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2019-01-28 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Aquasition is a story about fulfilling a dream. About an obsession with the sea. The feeling you get when the wind blows across your bow, the rails bury, as your vessel finds its grove and you become one with wind and sea. A silent rush of adrenaline as you glide effortlessly across the sea propelled solely by wind and will. Pure unbridled joy I tell this story as closely as possible from my ships logs and memory. If I have forgotten a few facts, or people, or a few places, I apologize in advance to those that helped and sailed with me along the way. You all have my never ending thanx and appreciation for contributing to what has become a wonderful life. Enjoy the ride!

Download or read book Wine Women and Sailing written by Arthur J. Binks and published by Pegasus Elliot Mackenzie Pu. This book was released on 2006 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book Larkin s Extended Adventures written by Dick Willey and published by Dorrance Publishing. This book was released on 2021-02-10 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Larkin’s Extended Adventures By: Dick Willey Taking place on a different planet than what we are so familiar with, the journey of Larkin’s Extended Adventures is a story of hard work by common people who make the best out of what they have. Creating a money-less society where everyone is equal, based on hard work and mutual respect, Dick Willey gives us a new take on society in a new giant melting pot.

Download or read book Outing written by and published by . This book was released on 1898 with total page 664 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book The Pacific Crossing Guide 4th edition written by Francis Hawkings and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2024-10-10 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'The definitive work on Pacific crossings' Cruising The Pacific Crossing Guide is a complete reference for anyone contemplating sailing the Pacific. From ideal timing, suitable boats, routes, methods of communication, health and provisioning to seasonal weather, departure and arrival ports, facilities, likely costs and dangers, this comprehensive new edition will both inspire dreamers and instil confidence in those about to depart. Completely updated, expanded and refreshed for the new generation of Pacific cruisers, this is the definitive reference, relied upon by many thousands of cruisers. Part 1 covers thorough preparation for both East-to-West and West-to-East crossings and Part 2 covers Pacific weather patterns, major routes and landfall ports, with useful website links throughout. There are sections on rallies, coral atolls and atoll navigation, the cyclone season and laying up, use of electronic charts, satellite phones versus HF radio, ongoing maintenance, and Pacific festivals. Updated with new charts and photographs, the new 4th edition focuses on ports of entry rather than secondary anchorages, and expands the North Pacific coverage, making it a valuable resource for sailors doing a North Pacific circuit, particularly US and Canadian sailors from the Pacific North.

Download or read book Cruising World written by and published by . This book was released on 1977-01 with total page 1517 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: