GL: New to Big boats and the loop

[Skipper Bob]

You would be wise to read 'The Great Circle Route' by Skipper Bob 
publications.  It gives you a good understanding of what you will need to 
plan the voyage like charts and cruising guides and where to find them. 
Also how to schedule the trip, what to expect and when and where to go.

Elaine
Skipper Bob Publications
717-479-5012
SkipperBob at att.net
Http://SkipperBob.home.att.net

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Fred Ennis" <fennis at marianinc.com>
To: <great-loop at lists.samurai.com>
Sent: Monday, September 03, 2007 4:34 PM
Subject: GL: New to Big boats and the loop


>I have several questions:
>
> Can anyone recommend a list of must read books and guides for first time
> big boat operators and first time loopers?
>
> Do I need a captain's license? Can I get captains licenses in 2 or 3 days
> of intense schooling say in Florida or somewhere?
>
> Should I charter a boat first to get experience and decide if I like going
> slow?
>
> I would like to do the loop 1 or 2 weeks at a time. Taking vacations from
> my job. While trying to decide if the cruising life is for me.
>
> Any advice and recommendations would be greatly appreciated.
>
>
>
> Thanks,
>
>
>
> Fred
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