"Not So) Old Men and the Sea" covers portions of six years of the
author's life. This was a time when he, his wife and seadog Bingo
experienced first-hand lessons as they prepared for and then
negotiated, the legendary Great Circle of Eastern, Canadian,
Midwestern and Southern waters aboard their 38' cruiser, The Family
Fjord. In all, they transited over 100 locks and 6000 nautical
miles.
"Not So) Old Men" is a blueprint for the novice cruiser who
dreams of taking extended coastal or river voyages "on his own
bottom." It starts with the glories of cruising and rapidly gets
specific about boat, power and options. There is an overriding
focus on safety. "(Not So) Old Men and the Sea" presents a step by
step to determine how, with what equipment, and where you will
cruise. Author Pete Prestegaard thoughtfully includes money-saving
tips.
After examining steps leading to the launch of a newly acquired
craft, including example names which struck his fancy, the author
discusses "crew," various events which could occur, river running,
the impact of weather, and boat care. The book wraps up with
entertaining letters home, and illustrative photos taken along the
way. Log entries, summaries of desirable cruiser characteristics, a
planned itinerary, checklists, perspectives from the first mate,
and references for further research wrap up this valuable work.
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