A pocket-sized crash course for new sailing crew

The Crew's Pocketbook is written by Tim Davison and published by Fernhurst Books as part of its Nautical Pocketbooks series. It is aimed squarely at newcomers who are about to step aboard a yacht for the first time and want to feel useful rather than lost.

The book covers the basics that make up everyday life on a cruising yacht: handling lines and knots, hoisting and trimming sail, working a winch, steering, onboard safety and getting to grips with systems such as the heads. It is written to be read quickly before a trip, giving nervous first-timers the confidence to pitch in.

Equally handy for skippers who want an easy way to brief inexperienced crew before they arrive at the dock.

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