Publisher's Synopsis
The Lake Pilots' Handbook is a comprehensive guide to piloting on the Great Lakes, written by George Trimble in 1907. The book is intended to be useful to both professional pilots and beginners, providing a wealth of knowledge about the Great Lakes and the skills required to navigate them safely. The handbook covers a range of topics, including the geography and hydrography of the lakes, weather patterns, navigation aids, and the rules and regulations governing shipping on the Great Lakes. It also includes detailed descriptions of the various ports and harbors on the lakes, as well as advice on handling different types of vessels and dealing with emergencies at sea. The Lake Pilots' Handbook is a valuable resource for anyone interested in piloting on the Great Lakes, offering practical advice and expert insights that are still relevant today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.