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Boat Smart Chronicles
 
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Boat Smart Chronicles
Lake Michigan Devours Its Wounded

By Tom Rau

These are true cases of boating emergencies and what you can learn from these mishaps. The accounts include valuable feedback from those rescued and their ordeals. This wealth of boating experiences has evolved into an epic boating safety guide. No matter where you boat or your experience level, the entertaining and revealing Boat Smart Chronicles is an absolute must read for all recreational boaters and water enthusiasts.

Published: 2006
Pages: 246
Type: Paperback
Size: 8 1/2 x 11

Reviews

"While this book concentrates on boating in Lake Michigan, its lessons apply to all boaters everywhere. U.S. Coast Guard Senior Chief Tom Rau's extensive experience in search and rescue and boating safety education is evident. There is a life-saving lesson in every story he tells. Though Tom has retired from the Guard, he will undoubtedly continue to save lives through this book."

Richard Hubbard
Author, Boater's Bodwitch

"I am extremely pleased to see that Tom Rau has taken the time to put forward a lasting collection of his fabulous 'Boat Smart' stories. Boaters have been looking forward to reading his weekly column for years and now stand to benefit by having his timeless words of wisdom at their fingertips on a lasting basis."

Anthony Popiel
Commander, U.S. Coast Guard

"You won't believe the boating stories Senior Chief Rau so masterfully tells. Read, laugh and weep, but foremost learn so Lake Michigan doesn't devour you and yours."

Chief Todd Reed
USCGR (ret), 30-year Coast Guard Lake Michigan motor lifeboat coxswain

"Regardless of your level of experience with boats or around water, this book will definitely increase your situational awareness of the marine environment and its many challenges and dangers."

Capt. Dean G. Hobbs
Past Grand Lodge President - International Ship Masters Association
Senior Capt. S.S. Badger, Lake Michigan Car Ferry

"If you're not a far safe boater after reading these unbelievable tales of boater screwups with valuable lessons learned then I urge you to stay off the water if not but for the sake of your loved ones."

Chief Jeffrey Miller
USCG (ret), Motor Lifeboat Coxswain, Search and Rescue Station Manager, Group Grand Haven Search and Rescue Coordinator

"Boaters and landlubbers alike will truly enjoy the many stories or rescues with valuable lessons learned. A wonderful book from a man who knows what he's talking about."

Jim Shepard, Past Commander Grand Rapids United States Power Squadron
2003 Winner of the Charles F. Chapman Award for Excellence in Teaching

"Boat Smart Chronicles is an excellent resource for all boaters: paddle, sail, and power. It will encourage you to think about safety practices and what to do during an emergency. Whether new to boating or an old salt, there is much to be learned from Tom's firsthand experiences."

Eric Lind
Senior Race Officer, United States Sailing Association

"Tom Rau's Boat Smart Chronicles clearly reveal the average recreational boater is dangerously uneducated."

Captain John Watson
Society of Marine Surveyors, Michigan DNR Office (ret)


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