Weather Basics For Boaters: The Details That Matter

Don’t just check the weather. Learn how to dig deeper and find the details that matter to boaters. You checked the forecast. The wind didn’t look bad. The radar seemed clear. But a few hours later, you were pounding into waves, getting tossed around, and wondering what went wrong. If that sounds familiar, this book is for you. Weather Basics for Boaters is a practical, easy-to-understand guide to making better decisions on the water—using the forecasts and apps you're already familiar with. You don’t need to be a meteorologist. You just need to know what to look for, where to find it, and how to interpret what it really means for your boat and your plans. With over 17 years of liveaboard experience, author Carolyn Shearlock knows how hard it is to figure out what forecasts actually mean for boaters. Most resources focus on meteorology or how to build your own forecast—when in reality, great forecasts already exist, created by professionals. What’s missing is clear guidance on