Water Sports
Water-skiing accidents occur because people are not aware of the variety of hazards involved or are not mindful of them. There are correct, tested procedures that minimize the risks in this popular activity. This Learning Guide describes them and lists the responsibilities of the people making up a safe water-skiing team.
There is information on types of boats, suggestions on rigging the towing equipment, and descriptions of the many types of skis in use. Included are discussions of racing, slalom, barefoot skiing, jumping, and ways to pick oneself up and start all over again.
By following the basic safety recommendations included, the student will be contributing to the enjoyment of this sport for all involved.
Skipper Saver
This program is a blend of two USPS objectives - SAFETY and EDUCATION. Its purpose is to help the student acquire basic boat handling ability without frills or superfluous information. The idea is to learn how to operate a boat safely in an emergency without the throes of panic.
Sight Reduction Methods
This Learning Guide, written for self-instruction, teaches five methods of reducing sextant sights to obtain lines of position. Methods described in detail are: Law of Cosines using a scientific calculator; The Nautical Almanac Sight Reduction Tables (NASR method); Modified Ageton; HO-229; and HO-249.
Radar
Radar is becoming a priority safety and navigational aid for recreational boats. Many experts believe that, after a compass, a depth sounder and a VHF radiotelephone, radar is the next most important aid to consider. Today's radar sets are easy to install, easy and convenient to use in daylight or night, and small enough to be practical on boats less than 30 ft in length.
Predicted Log Contest
A Predicted Log contest consists of running a course of 25 miles or more with three or more legs in the course. The contest requires at least two check points and a start and a finish. This program tells you how to set up and run a predicted log contest for anyone from beginners through advanced pilots.