A perfect fish in the evolutionary sense, the broadbill swordfish derives its name from its distinctive bill—much longer and wider than the bill of any other billfish—which is flattened into the sword we all recognize. And though the majesty and allure of this warrior fish has commanded much attenti...

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"Young's warm and conversational writing style gives even a landlubber a comfortable trip through the navigational intricacies of sailing the coastal waters en route to the shoreside attractions that beckon all travelers." -- TouringAmerica

Bruce Van Sant writes the popular guide The Gentleman’s Guide to Passages South which many cruising sailors call their "Bible" for traveling through the islands of the trade winds to South America. It has advice that BlueWater Sailing calls "priceless". In Tricks of the Trades, Van Sant widens the s...

The latest book in the cruising guide series, Exploring the San Juan and Gulf Islands explores the most scenic and accessible cruising ground in the world--with well-sheltered waters, comfortable resorts, quaint villages and secure anchorages. The colorful San Juan and Gulf Islands, a seventy-mile c...

Having a safety back-up air supply has many advantages over a standard alternate air source. The most obvious is that it is a separate air supply and allows self rescue in an emergency out of air situation. We are taught to stay with our buddy so that in case of an emergency they are right there rea...