Show Notes
This episode I continue this series, following the excellent RYA Sea Survival Handbook, by Keith Colwell.
Today we look at interpreting the specifics of incoming weather forecasts & the importance of ’aids to navigation’ in fog.
Jeepers... that reads bad, no wonder Robert Redford died in that movie.
Look it’s not bad- It’s interesting.. I tell stories & stuff.
Honestly, if you like boats - it’s kinda ok
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