Sailing Made Easy: The Official Manual for the ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Sailing Course

This book is the first step in a voyage that will last you the rest of your life. It is a gift from a group of dedicated sailing professionals who have committed their lives to sharing their art, their skill, and their passion for this wonderful activity. Discover the language of sailing and learn to tell a gooseneck from a gunwale Find out how by trimming your sails you can harness the wind to drive you in practically any direction Study the techniques of the experts so you’ll be able to handle a sailboat as deftly as they do Learn the basic “Rules of the Road” and essential procedures to keep you sailing safely while having fun on the water