How to Design a Boat is a very practical guide that will enable even first-time designers to produce a worthwhile boat design. John Teale, a naval architect whose designs range from fast powerboats & motor cruisers to passenger ferries, fishing boats & cruising yachts, takes you step-by-step through the stages of designing both power & sailing boats, while also explaining the reasoning behind the process. Line diagrams & working drawings are used throughout to explain lines plans from a wide range of vessels. The standard calculations employed in all boat design work are set out.
The Anti-Pirate Potato Cannon: And 101 Other Things for Young Mariners to Build, Try, and Do on the WaterSpark a passion for sailng and the outdoors in your child.
Ever since humankind began seafaring, boats and shoreline adventures have produced sturdy, independent, creative, self-reliant kids. From the author of the bestselling Complete Sailor and proud father of a boy mariner, here is the book for all parents who want to introduce their kids to the world of boats, boating, sailing, the shore, and the sea.
First published in 1881, this complete, illustrated guide reveals how to catch everything from tigers and bears to squirrels and mice, and offers general advice on camping and hiking in the woods. Among the treasures within are easy-to-follow plans for building dozens of traps; full directions for the building of shanties and log cabins, and boats and canoes; hints on food and cooking utensils; instructions for the curing and tanning of fur skins; and much, much more.
Every month, Classic Boat showcases the world's most beautiful classic yachts and traditionally-designed work boats, together with a wealth of news, opinions and reviews.
Every month, Classic Boat showcases the world's most beautiful classic yachts and traditionally-designed work boats, together with a wealth of news, opinions and reviews.
