Discover Your Own Movable Island Imagine yourself at the wheel of a portable paradise--out for a sunset cruise, or fishing, diving, and waterskiing with your friends and family. Millions of women are discovering both the calm solitude and fun-filled adventure that comes from powerboating. Now author Sandy Lindsey teaches you everything you need to know to experience the exceptional enjoyment that powerboating has in store for you.
Find the right boat and the best gear for you; Learn the best techniques for trailering, docking, and anchoring; Sharpen your navigation skills; Recognize and respond to changing weather conditions; Perform basic maintenance and repairs; Understand essential safety measures and what to do in an emergency
"The best way for women to learn just how much fun they can have boating is to get them out on the water. This book is like taking a fun and relaxed boat ride with Sandy along to show you how everything works."--Terry Dunagin, vice president, Boston Whaler
"This new series is designed to teach outdoor skills to women in the way they learn. . . . Women of all ages describe how they overcame obstacles, what they enjoyed most, or just how they felt about undertaking a new activity . . . extremely well done and appealing." --"Library Journal" (starred review)