Title:
Good boatkeeping
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Publication Information:
Camden, Maine : International Marine, 1995
ISBN:
9780070007475
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Summary
Summary
Offers information about: how to set up, organize, and stock the galley for cruises of any length; catch and prepare fish and shellfish; grow herbs and sprouts; solve the storage puzzle - convert unused space to handy nooks and crannies; clean anything the fastest and easiest way; take care of engine and electronics; and more.
Table of Contents
Acknowledgments |
Introduction |
1 Galley Gear Organizing the food center: what to bring, how to arrange it |
2 Locker Stocking Buying ship's stores for vacation or cruise: what to buy, how to stow it |
3 Fresh Stuff Adding fresh food to ship's staples: fish and shellfish, herbs and sprouts, fruits and vegetables |
4 Cooking Stuff Preparing meals with what's on board: shortcuts, substitutes, menu suggestions |
5 Cold Front Choosing your cool: refrigerator, icebox, or cooler; what goes in and what doesn't |
6 Inner Space Solving the storage puzzle: a space for everything and everything in its space |
7 Inside Modified Changing the basic plan: how to add nooks and crannies for easier living |
8 Bucket Brigade Swabbing more than decks: products and ways to get cleaning jobs done fast |
9 Clothes Lines Doing boat laundry: hand-wash and line dry, or search for shore machines |
10 Head and Bath Maintaining the boat bathroom: head aches and bath bubbles |
11 Mechanical Maintenance Minding the boatworks: engine, electronics, tools |
12 Conditioned Air Controlling boat atmosphere: how to heat, cool, and move air around |
13 Outer Space Modifying the exterior: easier access, more comfort, better efficiency |
14 Hook, Line, and Fender Securing the boat: use, storage, and care of anchors and lines |
15 Water Everywhere Managing the freshwater supply: how to catch, carry, and conserve water |
16 Water Taxi Tending the dinghy: how to choose, use, and maintain the water taxi |
17 Found Time Using cruising time: hobbies, crafts, watersports |
18 Warning Flags Staying safe and secure: what to watch for, how to deal with problems |
19 Mess-About Time Keeping the boat Bristol: how to paint, varnish, fiberglass, and caulk |
20 Yard Time Hauling the boat: how to make yard time tolerable and productive |
21 Good Crewkeeping Exercising health options: fitness workouts and health needs |
22 Good Kidkeeping Showing children the ropes: how to make time for boathandling, learning, and play |
23 Best Friends Bringing pets on board: how to help them feel secure and happy |
24 Worst Enemies Fighting the constant battle: how to get rid of crawling, flying, and scampering pests |
25 For Sailors Watching rigging and sails: what to look for, how to improve it |
26 My Boat/Your Boat Sharing boat fun with family and friends: how to ensure good times |
27 Catch All Handling mail, keeping watch, playing tourist, stowing trash |
Index |