As with all aspects of navigation, following ‘best practice’ is the surest way to make sure you are passage planning in a seamanlike manner, says Bruce Jacobs
Pilotage
Skippers’ Tips: Clever waypoints & rigging fatigue
Seasoned skippers and Yachting Monthly experts give their advice on a whole range of issues for the cruising sailor
How to explore the Minkies under sail
Knowing your tides and their heights is key to conquering the fearsome Plateau des Minquiers, says Ken Endean
New patron for the RCC Pilotage Foundation
The renowned maritime authority, Trinity House has announced it will become the patron of the charity, the RCC Pilotage Foundation
Garmin buys Navionics
Marine electronics company, Garmin, has announced it has bought the electronic navigational charts firm, Navionics
Jonty Pearce: Take every opportunity you can
A chance meeting presents an unexpected opportunity to get out on the beautiful waters of the Scottish west coast for Jonty Pearce
10 classic pilotage mistakes in navigation…
…and how to avoid them. James Stevens reveals the classic pilotage mistakes and explains what you need to do to ensure safe inshore navigation