Admiralty - NP026 - Sailing Directions: British Columbia Vol. 2
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Navigate British Columbia’s waters with confidence using this detailed guide for Cape Caution to Portland Inlet. Features hazards, tides, port facilities, and climate insights for safer voyages.
NP026
Data sheet
- What is the classification?
- navigation book
- Who is the publisher or the author?
- Admiralty
- On what digital medium is this nautical chart / book stored?
- paper medium
- From which year does this nautical chart date?
- 2017
- What type of navigation book is this?
- sailing directions
- What is the size?
- paper medium
- Picto
- In English language
Specific References
- UPC
- 400000124643
- EAN13
- 4000000106975
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Description détaillée
Sailing Directions: British Columbia Volume 2
Navigation guide in EnglishPaperback edition
Essential Navigation Companion for Maritime Professionals
Sailing Directions: British Columbia Volume 2 delivers critical navigation intelligence for commercial mariners operating along Canada’s Pacific coast. This authoritative guide covers the coastal waters from Cape Caution to Portland Inlet, including the strategically important Queen Charlotte Sound and the Queen Charlotte Islands. Designed to complement official nautical charts, it provides the situational awareness needed for safe passage through one of North America’s most complex maritime environments.Comprehensive Coastal Intelligence
This volume contains detailed information on navigational hazards, buoyage systems, pilotage requirements, and port facilities across the region. Seasonal current patterns, ice conditions, and weather phenomena are documented with precision, allowing ship operators to plan voyages with confidence. The guide includes high-resolution diagrams and photographs that enhance visual recognition of key landmarks and potential danger areas.Trusted Maritime Reference
Published in 2017 as the 11th edition, this paperback guide maintains the rigorous standards expected by professional mariners. The lightweight, watermarked paper ensures durability while reducing bulk onboard. With coverage extending from 51.17°N to 57°N latitude and -140°W to -120°W longitude, it serves as an indispensable resource for vessels transiting these critical waterways.Regulatory and Operational Guidance
Beyond basic navigation, the guide provides essential information on local maritime regulations, communication protocols, and emergency procedures. Port entry requirements, customs procedures, and environmental protection measures are clearly outlined, making this an invaluable tool for compliance and operational planning in Canadian waters.Navigate British Columbia’s Coastal Waters with Confidence
Sailing Directions: British Columbia Volume 2 is the definitive navigation guide for commercial vessels operating along Canada’s Pacific Northwest coast. This 11th edition paperback provides mariners with the critical intelligence needed to safely transit the waters from Cape Caution to Portland Inlet, including the challenging Queen Charlotte Sound and the remote Queen Charlotte Islands. Weighing just 1.9 kg, this lightweight yet comprehensive guide is designed to withstand the rigors of onboard use while delivering essential navigation data.
Precision Navigation for Complex Waterways
Covering latitudes 51.17°N to 57°N and longitudes -140°W to -120°W, this guide offers unparalleled detail on the region’s navigational challenges. From shifting sandbars to seasonal ice conditions, mariners gain access to the most current information on hazards, buoyage systems, and pilotage requirements. High-resolution diagrams and photographs provide visual confirmation of key landmarks, enhancing situational awareness in areas where precise navigation is critical to safety.
Operational Intelligence for Commercial Vessels
Beyond basic navigation, this guide delivers practical operational intelligence for commercial shipping. Port facilities, customs procedures, and local maritime regulations are clearly outlined, ensuring compliance with Canadian authorities. Seasonal weather patterns, tidal currents, and ice conditions are documented with precision, allowing ship operators to optimize voyage planning and minimize risks in these high-traffic waters.
Trusted Resource for Maritime Professionals
Published in 2017, this 11th edition maintains the rigorous standards that professional mariners rely on. The watermarked, lightweight paper ensures durability while reducing bulk onboard. Whether navigating the Inside Passage or approaching the ports of Prince Rupert or Kitimat, this guide provides the authoritative reference needed for safe and efficient operations in British Columbia’s coastal waters.
Sailing Directions: British Columbia Volume 2 is an 11th edition paperback guide published in 2017, weighing 1.9 kg. This English-language navigation reference covers the coastal region from Cape Caution to Portland Inlet, spanning latitudes 51.17°N to 57°N and longitudes -140°W to -120°W. Printed on durable, watermarked lightweight paper, it provides essential navigation data for commercial vessels operating in these waters.
For over two centuries, this organization has set the global standard for maritime navigation data. Their publications are developed by maritime experts using the most current hydrographic surveys and operational intelligence. Trusted by navies, commercial fleets, and maritime authorities worldwide, their guides are recognized as the authoritative reference for safe navigation in international waters.
- This navigation guide delivers authoritative coastal intelligence for British Columbia’s waters, combining detailed hazard information with operational guidance for commercial vessels. The lightweight paperback format ensures durability while reducing onboard bulk, and the high-resolution diagrams enhance visual recognition of key landmarks. With coverage of seasonal conditions, regulatory requirements, and port facilities, it provides the comprehensive situational awareness needed for safe and efficient navigation in this critical maritime region.
What areas are covered in this volume of sailing directions?
This volume covers the coast of British Columbia from Cape Caution to Portland Inlet, including Queen Charlotte Sound, the Queen Charlotte Islands, and from Sitklan Islands to Cape Fox in Alaska.
Are there visual aids included to assist with navigation?
Yes, it includes high-quality diagrams and photographs to enhance situational awareness and support safe navigation.
What type of paper is used for this publication?
The publication uses lightweight chart paper with a UKHO watermark for durability and ease of use.
How often are these sailing directions updated?
This is the 11th edition, published in 2017. Updates are released periodically to ensure accuracy and relevance.
What kind of navigational hazards are detailed in this volume?
It provides information on hazards such as underwater obstacles, restricted areas, and other potential risks to safe navigation.
Does this publication include information on seasonal currents?
Yes, it details seasonal currents, as well as ice conditions and climatic factors that may impact navigation.
Is this publication suitable for both commercial and recreational navigation?
Yes, it is designed to support both commercial and coastal navigation with comprehensive and precise information.
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