Radar Plotting Skills All Skippers Need to Know

If the computer plotting function on your radar went on the blink, would you still be able to determine the closest point of approach of an oncoming ship? Anyone who stands watch on a radar-equipped vessel needs to know this simple navigation skill. *Captain John's Navigation Tip: Use a wet-erase marker for scope plotting. These tools will not scratch the screen, nor will they smear like dry-white markers. When you need to clean the scope or the plotted info, use a slightly dampened clean cotton rag. Click here: https://amzn.to/4AUHZcd Captain John is a 20+ year Coast Guard veteran, author, sailor, and professional boating instructor who shows you the simple, cut-to-the-chase sailing skills for safer sailing. Visit his website at www.skippertips.com. Sign up for his highly popular Sailing Tip of the Week. Discover how to get instant access to hundreds of sailing articles, videos, eBooks, and much more!